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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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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
Ticket Office | |
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Ticket Office Opening hours | There is no ticket office at Kennishead, or a ticket machine to collect tickets from. |
Ticket machines | No |
Collect tickets bought online | No |
Accessible ticket machines | No |
Induction loop | Yes |
Smartcards | |
Smartcards issued at this station | No |
Smartcard validators | Yes |
Information available from staff | Yes - from help point | ||
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Customer information | DepartureScreens Announcements | ||
Staff help available | There is no staff help available at Kennishead | ||
Customer help points | Yes | ||
Customer services notes | |||
Luggage storage | No | ||
Lost property |
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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 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 gates | No |
Accessible ticket machines | No |
Induction loop | Yes |
Ramp for train access | No |
Accessible Toilets | No |
Waiting rooms | |
Seating area | Yes |
Wheelchairs available | No |
Getting to and from the station | |
Accessible taxis here | No |
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up point | No |
Accessible spaces | None |
Accessible car park equipment | No |
Staff Help | |
Staff help available | There is no staff help available at Kennishead |
Customer Help Points and Meeting Point | Yes |
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. |
Toilets | No |
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Accessible Toilets | No |
Baby Changing | No |
Waiting rooms | |
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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 | 6 |
Type of Storage | Stands, |
Sheltered | No |
CCTV | No |
Bicycle Hire | |
Cycle Hire Information | There are no cycle hire facilities at this station |
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:- |
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) |
Arriving from | Train | Arrival Time | Platform | Status |
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from Barrhead | ScotRail | 18:36 | 1 | On time |
from Glasgow Central | ScotRail | 18:41 | 2 | On time |
from Kilmarnock | ScotRail | 19:07 | 1 | On time |
from Glasgow Central | ScotRail | 19:08 | 2 | On time |
from Barrhead | ScotRail | 19:35 | 1 | On time |
from Glasgow Central | ScotRail | 19:45 | 2 | On time |
from Kilmarnock | ScotRail | 20:01 | 1 | On time |
Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
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to Glasgow Central | ScotRail | 18:37 | 1 | On time |
to Kilmarnock | ScotRail | 18:41 | 2 | On time |
to Glasgow Central | ScotRail | 19:07 | 1 | On time |
to Barrhead | ScotRail | 19:08 | 2 | On time |
to Glasgow Central | ScotRail | 19:35 | 1 | On time |
to Kilmarnock | ScotRail | 19:45 | 2 | On time |
to Glasgow Central | ScotRail | 20:01 | 1 | On time |