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About Brent Cross West (BCZ) Train Station

Station managed by: Thameslink

Brent Cross West station
Geron Way
Brent Cross
London
NW2 6LW

Brent Cross West Station can be found on Geron Way in Brent Cross as shown on the map, and is operated by Thameslink.

Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Brent Cross West Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.

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Everything you need to know about Brent Cross West Station

Discover Brent Cross West Train Station

Nestled in the bustling London Borough of Barnet, Brent Cross West Train Station is a pivotal stop for both daily commuters and adventurous travelers. Whether you're planning a visit to the iconic landmarks of London or simply making your way across the UK, Brent Cross West offers seamless connectivity wrapped in convenient amenities.

Facilities and Amenities: Everything You Need at Your Fingertips

While there is no traditional ticket office at Brent Cross West, travelers will find ticket machines conveniently placed to collect tickets purchased online. These machines are designed to accommodate users with different needs, offering disabled railcard discounts.

The station is equipped with essential amenities such as departure screens for up-to-the-minute schedule updates. Those needing assistance can contact staff at help points stationed throughout. While you'll find that there are no luggage storage facilities or lost property services, eligible accessibility features are abundant including step-free access to all platforms and ramps for train access.

For travelers requiring a restroom break, facilities are available on platforms 1 and 2, including accessible toilets to accommodate all visitors. A modest selection of refreshment offerings is available, though full dining or shopping features are yet to be developed.

Transport Links: Getting Onward from Brent Cross West

Brent Cross West stands as a melting pot of transportation options. Both East and West entrances of the station serve as taxi pick-up and drop-off points, ensuring a smooth transition to other areas nearby. Local bus services complement the station's connectivity, easily recognizable from the onward travel map available at the station.

Popular Destinations: Where to Go From Brent Cross West

Whether you're heading out for business or leisure, Brent Cross West offers an array of travel possibilities. If a meeting in the city calls, hop on a train to London St Pancras International or venture to London Liverpool Street for an iconic city experience. On the other hand, if you're in the mood for something different, head toward Luton Airport Parkway for international gateways, or explore the bustling West Hampstead Thameslink.

Paving Your Journey with Ease

The accessibility of Brent Cross West makes it a reliable station for those using wheelchairs or needing additional assistance. The staff is always ready to help from your entry at the station up to your train embarkation. For a smooth traveling experience, it’s always wise to inform station staff ahead of your journey.

Final Thoughts: Planning Your Visit

Whether you're an avid traveler or stepping into the world of train commuting for the first time, Brent Cross West station stands ready to meet your needs. While it may lack some of the lavish amenities seen in more central stations, its practicality and support for accessibility earn it many points. Before you leave, don’t forget to book your tickets online to take advantage of quick collection from the ticket machines. Safe travels and enjoy your journey from Brent Cross West!

Brent Cross West Station details & facilities

Ticket Office
Ticket Office Opening hoursThere is no ticket office at Brent Cross West, but ticket machines are available to collect tickets from.
Ticket machinesYes
Collect tickets bought onlineYes

Collect tickets at the ticket machine

Accessible ticket machinesYes

All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts.

Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be. Please check the station map or the 'step free access' section before making your way to the station.

Induction loopNo
Smartcards
Smartcards issued at this stationNo
Smartcard validatorsYes
Information available from staff

Yes - from help point

Customer information

DepartureScreens

Announcements

Staff help available
Monday to Sunday:
Customer help pointsYes
Customer services notesNone
Luggage storageNo
Lost property

None

CCTV at the stationYes
Station Accessibility
Step-free access

Step free access is available throughout the whole station.

Category A: This station has step-free access to all platforms.

Ticket barriers and gatesYes
Accessible ticket machinesYes

All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts.

Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be. Please check the station map or the 'step free access' section before making your way to the station.

Induction loopNo
Ramp for train accessYes

A staff-operated ramp is required for step-free access between train and platform at this station. Station staff are usually available between the first and last trains of the day.

Alternatively, you can also arrange assistance by:

  • Pressing the “emergency & assisted travel” button on a station Help Point
  • Calling our freephone number: 0800 058 2844
  • Texting us on 0800 138 1018

Accessible ToiletsYes
Waiting rooms
Seating areaYes
Wheelchairs availableYes
Getting to and from the station
Accessible taxis hereNo
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up pointYes

Station entrance

Accessible spacesNone
Accessible car park equipmentNo
Staff Help
Staff help available
Customer Help Points and Meeting PointYes
Helpline

Staff are available at this station at all times for providing assistance getting on and off the train and assistance around the station and to the platform. Assistance can be provided unbooked (turn up and go) or pre booked up to two hours before departure by contacting Assisted Travel.

Whether you pre book assistance or travel unbooked, please contact a member of staff on arrival. We recommend arriving 20 minutes prior to your train departing. This is to allow us to make sure arrangements are in place at your destination, or interchange, station such as the availability of staff and lifts. If there is insufficient time to check these arrangements, we may assist you onto the next available train.

For further information on assisted travel please see:

Accessibility at the station - Thameslink.

ToiletsYes

On platforms 1 and 2

Accessible ToiletsYes
Baby ChangingNo
Waiting rooms
Seating areaYes
1st Class LoungeNo
Refreshment FacilitiesAvailable
ATM MachineNo
ShopsNo
Currency ExchangeNo
Pay PhonesNo
Public Wi-FiNo
Bicycle Storage
Spaces100

Located outside the front of both entrances.

Cycles are left at owners risk. Abandoned cycles may be removed.

Type of StorageStands, Racks,
ShelteredYes
CCTVNo
Bicycle Hire
Cycle Hire InformationThere are no cycle hire facilities at this station

Transport Links to and from Brent Cross West Station

All you need to know about Brent Cross West's links with other modes of transport, including local bus services, taxis, care hire & more

Please click the link for details regarding the rail replacement bus location.

Taxis can pick up and drop off from both the East and West entrances.

Please see the onward travel map, located in the 'maps' section below.

Live Departures and arrivals from Brent Cross West Station

Want to check the latest departures and arrivals into Brent Cross West station? Find live information for the next trains departing and arriving at the station below.

Arriving fromTrainArrival TimePlatformStatus
from Sutton (London)Thameslink08:472On time
from St AlbansThameslink08:561On time
from LutonThameslink09:02109:06 This train has been delayed by a late departure while the train was cleaned specially
from Sutton (London)Thameslink09:032On time
from OrpingtonThameslink09:102On time
from St AlbansThameslink09:111On time
from LutonThameslink09:17109:19
from Sutton (London)Thameslink09:172On time
from St AlbansThameslink09:261On time
from Sutton (London)Thameslink09:332On time
Going toTrainDeparture TimePlatformStatus
to St AlbansThameslink08:48208:51
to Sutton (London)Thameslink08:561On time
to Elephant & CastleThameslink09:02109:07 This train has been delayed by a late departure while the train was cleaned specially
to St AlbansThameslink09:032On time
to LutonThameslink09:102On time
to Sutton (London)Thameslink09:111On time
to Rainham (Kent)Thameslink09:17109:19
to St AlbansThameslink09:182On time
to Sutton (London)Thameslink09:261On time
to St AlbansThameslink09:332On time