The Stoop Transport Guide: Every Way to Harlequins

Last updated: August 9, 2026

Getting There · Matchday Transport

The Stoop Transport Guide: Every Way to Harlequins

The Twickenham Stoop sits a few hundred metres from the far larger Allianz Stadium, and the two share a station — so the first thing to get right is which ground you are actually going to. The Stoop holds around 14,800, the walk in from Twickenham station takes about 15 minutes, and parking on site is genuinely limited. This guide ranks every way to get to The Stoop, how to leave fast, and the step-free options.

Nearest station
Twickenham · 15-min walk
From central
~30 min from Waterloo
Key buses
281 · 267 · 481 · H20
Arrive by
KO − 30 min

Every way in, ranked

Tap any line to expand the step-by-step. Green = best pick, amber = mixed, red = avoid.

Buffer is set to kick-off minus 30 minutes. The Stoop is a compact ground by Premiership standards and the walk in from Twickenham station is a straightforward 15 minutes — but it shares that station with the national stadium next door, so leave the margin in place on a big fixture.

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Getting home after

Twickenham station (15 min)
Retrace the walk back to Twickenham for South Western Railway services to Waterloo and Clapham Junction. Queues are stewarded and move steadily on a Stoop-sized crowd.
Spread to the High Street buses
If the station looks busy, walking into Twickenham High Street opens up the R68, R70, 33, 110, 290 and 490 and gets you moving sooner.
Driving out
Parking is limited and the surrounding roads fill quickly — worse still if the neighbouring stadium has an event on the same day, so check before you set off.

Step-free & accessible

Twickenham station has step-free access from all platforms to street level following its recent upgrade, and is the recommended accessible railhead at about a 15-minute walk. Richmond is also fully step-free if you are connecting from the District line.

Harlequins provide complimentary parking for Blue Badge holders in reserved bays, allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

There is a dedicated accessible drop-off and pick-up point at Gate 1. Arrange accessible seating and any assistance you need with the club in advance rather than on the day.

Frequently asked questions

What is the nearest station to The Stoop?
Twickenham, on South Western Railway, about a 15-minute walk from the ground. Regular trains run from London Waterloo and Clapham Junction, as well as Reading, Ascot and Windsor & Eton Riverside.
Is The Stoop the same as Twickenham Stadium?
No. The Stoop is Harlequins’ ground and holds around 14,800; the Allianz Stadium (Twickenham) next door is the far larger national rugby stadium. They are separate venues a few hundred metres apart, sharing the same station — check which one your ticket is for.
Can I get the Tube to The Stoop?
Not directly — there is no Underground station at the ground. The usual Tube route is the District line to Richmond, then a South Western Railway service on to Twickenham.
Is there parking at The Stoop?
On-site parking is limited and the club recommends public transport. The Rosebine Car Park on Chertsey Road is the usual nearby option, and Blue Badge holders get complimentary reserved bays on a first-come basis.
How early should I arrive?
Aim for kick-off minus 30 minutes. It is a compact ground with a straightforward 15-minute walk in, though it is worth leaving the full margin when the neighbouring stadium is also busy.
Is Twickenham station step-free?
Yes. Twickenham has step-free access from all platforms to street level after its upgrade, and Richmond is fully step-free too if you are connecting from the District line.

Plan the rest of your visit

Premiership Rugby — fixtures & tickets →Twickenham (Allianz Stadium) transport guide — the ground next door →

Published: August 9, 2026