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About Kennishead (KNS) Train Station

Station managed by: ScotRail

Kennishead station
Boydstone road
Kennishead
Glasgow City
G46 8HP

Kennishead Station can be found on Boydstone road in Kennishead as shown on the map, and is operated by ScotRail.

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

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Everything you need to know about Kennishead Station

An Introduction to Kennishead Train Station

Situated in the vibrant city of Glasgow, Kennishead train station serves as a humble yet essential hub for local residents and travelers alike. Whether you are a frequent commuter, a day-tripper, or a first-time visitor exploring the city, understanding what this station offers can enhance your travel experience immeasurably.

Station Facilities and Amenities

Kennishead station, while quaint in its offerings, ensures key amenities are in place for its users. There is no ticket office, and consequently, no ticket machines are available for collection of tickets. However, rest assured, smartcard validators have been installed for those utilizing smartcards for their travels, making the boarding process seamless.

Accessibility is a focal concern at Kennishead, with step-free access available to parts of the station. Keep in mind, though, that this is categorized as a Category B station, which means there are steep ramps to both platforms. Assistance for boarding or alighting the train due to stepping distances should be noted. While staff assistance is not available, customer help points and screens providing departure information can guide your way. If you require support, consider pre-booking assistance through Passenger Assist.

Unfortunately, the station falls short of providing a bustling suite of services: there are no refreshment facilities, ATMs, shops, or public Wi-Fi available on site. Cyclists will find limited bicycle storage, with a modest provision of six stands, though they are unsheltered and lack CCTV coverage.

Travelling To and From Kennishead

For onward travel, Kennishead is well-connected with bus services. Buses pick up and drop off at the Kennishead Avenue bus stop adjacent to the station. For exact bus pickup locations, the what3words link can provide further details. Should your choice be a taxi, traintaxi.co.uk offers information on available hires, and Traveline Scotland is at your service for comprehensive bus schedules.

Popular Routes from Kennishead

If you are planning future expeditions, Kennishead offers several popular routes. Journeying to Glasgow Central opens up a plethora of activities, from shopping to sightseeing. When considering a cultural escape, Exhibition Centre in Glasgow hosts a variety of ongoing events and exhibitions. Other notable destinations include Barrhead, Paisley Gilmour Street, and even further afield to Edinburgh, offering you a broad tapestry of travel opportunities.

Your Journey Begins at Kennishead

Kennishead may not boast grandeur but provides vital connectivity and a starting point for countless adventures. The station’s strategic links and services are geared towards making travel as efficient as possible. If you’re planning to travel, purchasing your tickets should be an effortless experience online or directly through your mobile device. As you explore the dynamic paths from this station, may each journey be a refreshing chapter in your travel diary. Embrace the adventure that awaits!

Kennishead Station details & facilities

Ticket Office
Ticket Office Opening hoursThere is no ticket office at Kennishead, or a ticket machine to collect tickets from.
Ticket machinesNo
Collect tickets bought onlineNo
Accessible ticket machinesNo
Induction loopYes
Smartcards
Smartcards issued at this stationNo
Smartcard validatorsYes
Information available from staff

Yes - from help point

Customer information

DepartureScreens

Announcements

Staff help availableThere is no staff help available at Kennishead
Customer help pointsYes
Customer services notes

customer.relations@scotrail.co.uk

Luggage storageNo
Lost property
Monday to Sunday:07:00 to 21:00

ScotRail Lost Property Information

CCTV at the stationYes
Station Accessibility
Step-free access

Step free access is available in parts of this station.

This is a Category B station. Steep ramps to both platforms and connecting footbridge with stairs between platforms.

Please take care when boarding / alighting the train at this station as the stepping distance between the train and the platform may be more prominent than at other stations.

Ticket barriers and gatesNo
Accessible ticket machinesNo
Induction loopYes
Ramp for train accessNo
Accessible ToiletsNo
Waiting rooms
Seating areaYes
Wheelchairs availableNo
Getting to and from the station
Accessible taxis hereNo
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up pointNo
Accessible spacesNone
Accessible car park equipmentNo
Staff Help
Staff help availableThere is no staff help available at Kennishead
Customer Help Points and Meeting PointYes
Helpline

We want everyone to travel with confidence. That is why, if you are planning on travelling on national rail services, you can request an assistance booking in advance - now up to 2 hours before your journey is due to start, any time of the day. For more information about Passenger Assist and how to request an assistance booking via Passenger Assist, please click here.

ToiletsNo
Accessible ToiletsNo
Baby ChangingNo
Waiting rooms
Seating areaYes
1st Class LoungeNo
Refreshment FacilitiesNo
ATM MachineNo
ShopsNo
Currency ExchangeNo
Pay PhonesNo
Public Wi-FiNo
Bicycle Storage
Spaces6
Type of StorageStands,
ShelteredNo
CCTVNo
Bicycle Hire
Cycle Hire InformationThere are no cycle hire facilities at this station

Transport Links to and from Kennishead Station

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

Buses pick up/drop off on Kennishead Avenue bus stop adjacent to the station.

Please click on the below link for the exact bus pick up location:-

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visit www.traintaxi.co.uk for details of taxis available for hire

for details of bus services, visit www.travelinescotland.com or call 0871 200 22 33 (24 hours)

Live Departures and arrivals from Kennishead Station

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

Arriving fromTrainArrival TimePlatformStatus
from BarrheadScotRail18:361On time
from Glasgow CentralScotRail18:412On time
from KilmarnockScotRail19:071On time
from Glasgow CentralScotRail19:082On time
from BarrheadScotRail19:351On time
from Glasgow CentralScotRail19:452On time
from KilmarnockScotRail20:011On time
Going toTrainDeparture TimePlatformStatus
to Glasgow CentralScotRail18:371On time
to KilmarnockScotRail18:412On time
to Glasgow CentralScotRail19:071On time
to BarrheadScotRail19:082On time
to Glasgow CentralScotRail19:351On time
to KilmarnockScotRail19:452On time
to Glasgow CentralScotRail20:011On time