Liverpool Street
A City powerhouse — very busy at weekday peaks, calmer at weekends. The long platforms have two very different exits, so pick the right end.
Next trains
Connecting…
Westbound· Heathrow & Reading
Eastbound· Abbey Wood & Shenfield
Best exits
Liverpool Street end (east)
Best for Bishopsgate, Spitalfields, Broadgate, Shoreditch walk, Greater Anglia trains
The eastern end surfaces by the mainline station for Bishopsgate, Spitalfields Market and the walk up to Shoreditch.
Moorgate end (west)
Best for Barbican, London Wall, Moorgate, Old Street side
Not for Spitalfields, Bishopsgate
The Elizabeth line platforms are long — use the Moorgate exit for the Barbican, London Wall and Old Street side and avoid an unnecessary Tube change.
Quiet times & luggage
Typical weekday, by hour — greener is quieter and roomier with bags.
Trains are usually quiet — easy to find a seat. Manageable with bags: Liverpool Street scores 3/5 for travelling with bags — aim for around 10:00 for the easiest run.
Connections
Liverpool Street (east) end for Bishopsgate, Spitalfields and Broadgate. Moorgate (west) end for Moorgate, London Wall and the Barbican side.
Nearby, no Tube needed
- Old Spitalfields Market · 5 min walkCovered market with independent stalls, street food and design shops — a short walk from Liverpool Street's eastern exit.
- Sky Garden · 12 min walkFree panoramic views from the top of the 'Walkie-Talkie' (book ahead). A walk south from Liverpool Street through the City.