Cricklewood station
Cricklewood Lane
Cricklewood
London
NW2 1HL
Cricklewood Station can be found on Cricklewood Lane in Cricklewood as shown on the map, and is operated by Thameslink.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Cricklewood Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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Nestled within the bustling London Borough of Barnet, Cricklewood Station is a gateway to both local and long-distance travel for thousands of passengers daily. With its convenient position and reliable services, this station is your starting point for numerous adventures, whether you're commuting into the heart of London or planning a weekend escape beyond the city limits.
Cricklewood Station boasts a variety of facilities to ensure a comfortable journey. The ticket office is open Monday to Friday from 6:10 AM to 7:10 PM, Saturday from 8:40 AM to 4:45 PM, and on Sunday from 9:15 AM to 5:45 PM. Ticket machines are available 24/7, allowing for online ticket collection and assistance for those with a Disabled Persons Railcard.
Though the station lacks a waiting room or lounge, it does offer seating areas for its passengers. CCTV cameras are strategically placed to ensure safety, while customer help points are always accessible. A key highlight is the station's commitment to accessibility, offering step-free access to platform 1 and well-designed ticket machines for ease of use. Staff assistance is available throughout operating hours, ensuring a seamless travel experience.
The station acts as a significant hub connecting you to various transport options. Local bus services are easily accessible from the station, providing a seamless continuation of your journey throughout the Greater London area. Should you require a rail replacement service, precise location details are always available to facilitate your travel plans.
From vibrant city centers to historic landmarks, the train services from Cricklewood unlock a world of possibilities. Frequent services to London St Pancras International, Farringdon, and Kentish Town keep you well-connected to central London’s key locations. Additionally, traveling to quaint suburban locales like Elstree and Borehamwood or West Hampstead Thameslink is convenient and swift.
For those seeking a city escape, frequent trains to St Albans City and direct connections to major airports like Luton Airport Parkway and Gatwick Airport make this station a strategic choice for both business and leisure travelers alike.
Whether you're a daily commuter or an occasional traveler, Cricklewood Station serves as a reliable partner in your travel adventures. Embrace the convenience of its facilities and the array of inspiring destinations that start right from its platforms. As you plan your next journey, remember that this station is more than a mere transit point — it's a passage to endless possibilities tailored for every traveler’s needs. Safe travels, and remember to enjoy the ride!
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| Ticket machines | Yes | ||||||
| Collect tickets bought online | Yes Collect tickets at the ticket machine | ||||||
| Accessible ticket machines | Yes 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 loop | Yes | ||||||
| Smartcards | |||||||
| Smartcards issued at this station | Yes | ||||||
| Smartcard validators | Yes | ||||||
| Information available from staff | Yes - from help point | ||
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| Customer information | DepartureScreens Announcements | ||
| Staff help available |
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| Customer help points | Yes | ||
| Customer services notes | None | ||
| Luggage storage | No | ||
| Lost property | None | ||
| CCTV at the station | Yes |
| Station Accessibility | |
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| Step-free access | Step free access is available in parts of this station. This is a Category B3 station: Ramp access to platform 1 (to St Pancras). Steps to all other platforms. The Assistance Meeting Point is at the station front, by the book exchange. This station does not have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance. |
| Ticket barriers and gates | Yes |
| Accessible ticket machines | Yes 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 loop | Yes |
| Ramp for train access | Yes 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:
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| Accessible Toilets | No |
| Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Cricklewood |
| Seating area | Yes |
| Wheelchairs available | Yes |
| Getting to and from the station | |
| Accessible taxis here | No |
| Impaired mobility set down/pick-up point | Yes |
| Accessible spaces | None |
| Accessible car park equipment | No |
| Staff Help | |
| Staff help available | |
| Customer Help Points and Meeting Point | Yes |
| 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: |
| Toilets | No |
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| Accessible Toilets | No |
| Baby Changing | No |
| Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Cricklewood |
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| Seating area | Yes |
| 1st Class Lounge | No |
| Refreshment Facilities | No |
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| ATM Machine | No |
| Shops | No |
| Currency Exchange | No |
| Pay Phones | No |
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| Public Wi-Fi | No |
| Bicycle Storage | |
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| Spaces | 3 Located outside the main entrance. Cycles are left at owners risk. Abandoned cycles may be removed. |
| Type of Storage | Racks, |
| Sheltered | No |
| CCTV | Yes |
| Bicycle Hire | |
| Cycle Hire Information | There are no cycle hire facilities at this station |
| Please click the link for details regarding the rail replacement bus location. |
| Information to plan your onward journey is available in the “Onward Travel Information Map” below. |
| Arriving from | Train | Arrival Time | Platform | Status |
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| from St Albans | Thameslink | 16:58 | 1 | On time |
| from Sutton (London) | Thameslink | 17:00 | 2 | On time |
| from St Albans | Thameslink | 17:13 | 1 | On time |
| from Sutton (London) | Thameslink | 17:15 | 2 | On time |
| from St Albans | Thameslink | 17:28 | 1 | On time |
| from Sutton (London) | Thameslink | 17:30 | 2 | On time |
| from St Albans | Thameslink | 17:43 | 1 | On time |
| from Sutton (London) | Thameslink | 17:45 | 2 | On time |
| from St Albans | Thameslink | 17:58 | 1 | On time |
| from Sutton (London) | Thameslink | 18:00 | 2 | On time |
| Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
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| to Sutton (London) | Thameslink | 16:59 | 1 | On time |
| to St Albans | Thameslink | 17:01 | 2 | On time |
| to Sutton (London) | Thameslink | 17:14 | 1 | On time |
| to St Albans | Thameslink | 17:16 | 2 | On time |
| to Sutton (London) | Thameslink | 17:29 | 1 | On time |
| to St Albans | Thameslink | 17:31 | 2 | On time |
| to Sutton (London) | Thameslink | 17:44 | 1 | On time |
| to St Albans | Thameslink | 17:46 | 2 | On time |
| to Sutton (London) | Thameslink | 17:59 | 1 | On time |
| to St Albans | Thameslink | 18:01 | 2 | On time |