Visiting Merton

Merton is on your list of places to visit - fantastic. Let's talk about restaurants, getting there and some tips about what to do when you arrive.

What Should I Do In Merton?

If you have 3 hours, a half day or even a week in Merton then we have some suggestions for you. Read our guides and get going today!

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FAQs About Merton

How Do I Get To Merton?

Driving directions to Merton:

  • From London: Take the A3 road and exit at A298. Then follow the signs to Merton.
  • From Kingston upon Thames: Take A238 and A24 roads, and then follow the signs.
  • From Wimbledon: Take A219 and A238 roads, and then follow the signs.

Rail directions to Merton:

  • From London: Take a train from London Waterloo to Wimbledon station, and then take a tram from Wimbledon to Morden Road Tram Stop.
  • From Surrey: Take a train from Guildford to Wimbledon station, and then take a tram from Wimbledon to Morden Road Tram Stop.
  • From East Croydon: Take a train from East Croydon to Wimbledon station, and then take a tram from Wimbledon to Morden Road Tram Stop.

Suggestions:

  • If you are travelling from Heathrow Airport, take the Heathrow Express train to London Paddington, and then transfer to London Underground to reach Wimbledon station.
  • If you are travelling from Gatwick Airport, take the Gatwick Express train to London Victoria, and then transfer to London Underground to reach Wimbledon station.
  • If you are travelling from central London, it is advisable to take public transport as parking in Merton can be difficult.

What's The Nearest Airport To Merton?

The closest airport to Merton is London Heathrow Airport. It is approximately 16 miles away and takes around 40 minutes by car. Alternatively, you can take the Piccadilly line from the airport to Hammersmith, and then change onto the District line and get off at Wimbledon, which is a few miles from Merton. The journey takes around an hour.

Where Is Merton?