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About Kensington Olympia (KPA) Train Station

Station managed by: London Overground

Kensington Olympia station
Olympia Way
Kensington
Greater London
W14 0NE

Kensington Olympia Station can be found on Olympia Way in Kensington as shown on the map, and is operated by London Overground.

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

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Everything you need to know about Kensington Olympia Station

Welcome to Kensington Olympia Train Station

Exploring the vibrant heart of London often involves navigating its extensive network of public transport. Kensington Olympia Train Station stands as a gateway to this magnificent city, offering convenient rail connections and essential amenities to make your travel experience smooth and comfortable. Whether you're a regular commuter or a visitor eager to soak up London's charm, Kensington Olympia provides a central location from which to start your journey.

Facilities and Services

Kensington Olympia is equipped with ticket machines for collecting tickets purchased online, and the machines are accessible to ensure ease of use for everyone. Unfortunately, the station lacks a staffed ticket office or smartcard issuance and validation facilities. However, help points around the station ensure that assistance is always within reach.

Accessibility within the station is well-considered. While there is step-free access, transferring between platforms requires a brief journey outside the station via street level. Although accessible toilets are not available, standard toilets and baby-changing facilities can be found on site. For those with mobility needs, staff assistance is available, and a "Turn-up-and-go" service is offered by London Overground – a convenient option for those who prefer spontaneous travel.

Passengers can enjoy a comfortable wait in the large seating area since there's no designated waiting room. For refreshments, a coffee kiosk satisfies small cravings, with shops located nearby, as well as an ATM for any last-minute cash needs.

Getting Around: Transport Links

The station sits conveniently within a network of transport connections, making onward travel seamless. From the London Underground, the District line services are available, particularly on weekends and public holidays. If you're planning a trip to Heathrow, you simply need to hop on this line and switch to the Piccadilly line at Earls Court.

For surface travel, buses are readily accessible, with specific stops for eastbound services to Shepherd's Bush and westbound journeys to Clapham Junction along Holland Road. Unfortunately, there are no direct airport links from Kensington Olympia, but convenient connections to major stations and destinations like Clapham Junction facilitate easy transfer options.

Traveling Further Afield

If you’re looking for inspiration for your next journey, trains from Kensington Olympia offer a variety of enticing destinations. Whether you're heading to the bustling transport hub of Clapham Junction, exploring the vibrant streets of Shepherd's Bush, or traveling to the iconic Camden Road, the options are vast and inviting. More comprehensive journey paths include reaching the scenic views of Wimbledon or catching a flight via Gatwick Airport.

In Conclusion

Kensington Olympia Train Station is more than just a point on the map; it's a vital hub that reflects the city's dynamic spirit. From the convenience of amenities to its critical transportation links, it offers travelers both convenience and efficiency. Whether you're catching a train to bustling Willesden Junction or hopping on the District line to connect through London, your journey begins here. Plan your travel, collect your tickets with ease, and let the adventure unfold from Kensington Olympia—a place well-equipped to meet the needs of every traveler.

Kensington Olympia Station details & facilities

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

Collect tickets at the ticket machine

Accessible ticket machinesYes
Induction loopYes
Smartcards
Smartcards issued at this stationNo
Smartcard validatorsNo
Information available from staff

Yes - from help point

Customer information

DepartureScreens

ArrivalScreens

Announcements

Staff help available
Monday to Friday:
Saturday:
Sunday:
Customer help pointsYes
Customer services notes

You can Contact Customer Services on 0343 222 123

Luggage storageNo
Lost property

None

CCTV at the stationYes
Station Accessibility
Step-free access

Step free access is available in parts of this station.

B2 station category . Step free platform interchange between London Overground northbound district line and London Overground southbound requires a 600m journey via the street. Use the Olympia Way entrance for London Overground Northbound District line . Use the Russell road entrance for London Overground southbound platform.

Ticket barriers and gatesYes
Accessible ticket machinesYes
Induction loopYes
Ramp for train accessYes
Accessible ToiletsNo
Waiting roomsThere is no waiting room office at Kensington Olympia
Seating areaYes

Large waiting area inside ticket office

Wheelchairs availableNo
Getting to and from the station
Accessible taxis hereNo
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up pointNo
Accessible spacesNone
Accessible car park equipmentTrue

Access to Car park payment facilities is not required as parking is free for disabled users in disabled parking spaces.

Staff Help
Staff help available
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.

London Overground also offers a Turn-up-and-go service so you can travel without making a booking. Please speak to a member of staff on arrival at the station - we recommend arriving at least 10 minutes before the train you wish to take.

ToiletsYes
Accessible ToiletsNo
Baby ChangingYes

Female toilets

Waiting roomsThere is no waiting room office at Kensington Olympia
Seating areaYes

Large waiting area inside ticket office

1st Class LoungeNo
Olympia
OperatorNational Car Parks Ltd
Car Parking Availability
Monday to Sunday:Open 24 hours
Monday to Friday:Open 24 hours
Saturday:Open 24 hours
Sunday:Open 24 hours
Spaces60
Accessible spaces0
Accessible car park equipmentYes
Car park CCTVNo
Parking charges
Per_hour£62.00
Refreshment FacilitiesAvailable

Coffee kiosk

ATM MachineAvailable

Located opposite the Olympia Way entrance

ShopsAvailable
Currency ExchangeNo
Bicycle Storage
Spaces14

Large number of bicycle racks on station. Users need to provide own padlock.

2 racks South Bound platform 1 and North Bound platform 2

Type of StorageRacks,
ShelteredYes
CCTVYes
Bicycle Hire
Cycle Hire InformationThere are no cycle hire facilities at this station

Transport Links to and from Kensington Olympia Station

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

Use Bus stop N in Holland Road for eastbound services to Shepherd's Bush

Use Bus stop A in Holland Road for westbound services to Clapham Junction

Information to plan your onward journey is available in a printable format

London Underground District Line service operates from this station at weekends and on some public holidays. At other times, take a southbound London Overground or Southern train and change at West Brompton for the District line.

Take the District Line to Earls Court and change for the Piccadilly line to Heathrow Airport

Live Departures and arrivals from Kensington Olympia Station

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