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About Kingussie (KIN) Train Station

Station managed by: ScotRail

Kingussie station
Ruthven Road
Kingussie
Highland
PH21 1EN

Kingussie Station can be found on Ruthven Road in Kingussie as shown on the map, and is operated by ScotRail.

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

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Everything you need to know about Kingussie Station

Discover the Essentials of Kingussie Train Station

Set against the dramatic backdrop of the Cairngorms National Park, Kingussie is more than just a picturesque locale; it's a vibrant hub of connectivity, making it both a charming and practical stop on your Scottish journey. Kingussie train station offers a quaint but efficient gateway to the Highlands and beyond, ensuring that whether you're a daily commuter or an adventurous traveller, you have access to everything you need for a smooth journey.

Ticketing and Station Facilities

At Kingussie train station, purchasing and collecting your tickets couldn't be easier. With a ticket office open from 08:26 to 15:30, Monday through Saturday, you can plan your journey with the assurance that support is available when needed. While there are no ticket machines present, tickets bought online can be conveniently collected from the ticket office itself. Accessibility is also catered for with an induction loop available, although there are no accessible ticket machines. The station does provide smartcard validators for those using smartcard tickets.

While waiting for your train, take advantage of the modest waiting room facilities, which are part of the station's building. If you're looking to store some luggage or need to find lost items, services are offered from 07:00 until 21:00, all week. Safety and security are top priorities, assured by the CCTV surveillance throughout the station's premises.

Accessibility and Amenities

Kingussie station is categorized as a Category B station, which indicates limited step-free access. Passengers can access platform 1 with ease, but be aware of the footbridge with stairs leading to platform 2, particularly if carrying heavy luggage or if mobility-impaired. There are specific provisions like blue badge parking, but with only one accessible space. Unfortunately, accessible toilets are not available, though there are standard toilet facilities and baby changing amenities accessible during ticket office hours.

For those interested in cycling, bicycle storage is available with space for up to 10 bikes, though there are no cycle hire facilities at this station.

Transport Links and Local Connectivity

Getting to and from Kingussie train station is seamlessly integrated into the local transportation network. For those times when rail replacement services are needed, buses will conveniently pick up and drop off from the front car park of the station. Details of bus services can be obtained via Traveline Scotland or by calling 0871 200 22 33.

However, there is no taxi rank available, making advance booking necessary. Options like Kingussie Cabs at 01540 661343 and Bike Transport in Aviemore at 07902 242301 can be considered. The logistical solutions at Kingussie make transitioning between modes of transport efficient and straightforward, ensuring your journey doesn't miss a beat.

Popular Routes and Destinations

Kingussie serves as a splendid starting point for journeys across Scotland and further. The route to bustling cities like Edinburgh and Glasgow are popular choices, offering a smooth and scenic ride perfect for business or leisure. If you're craving coastal winds and stunning vistas, catching a train to Inverness could be just the ticket for a Highland adventure.

For those with more distance in mind, the station links to England's great northern city, with routes like York and beyond, such as London Kings Cross.

Why Kingussie Station is Worth Your Time

With its friendly atmosphere and prime location, Kingussie train station delivers much more than a transit point; it offers the first taste of a beautiful Highland escape. While the facilities might seem simple, they are efficient and cater to most travel needs, making the station a pivotal part of the region's transport landscape. If you’re planning a journey through Scotland, make sure to consider Kingussie as part of your itinerary for a hassle-free and delightful travel experience.

Kingussie Station details & facilities

Ticket Office
Ticket Office Opening hours
Monday to Friday:08:26 to 15:30
Saturday:08:26 to 15:30
Sunday:
Ticket machinesNo
Collect tickets bought onlineYes

Collect tickets from the Ticket Office

Accessible ticket machinesNo
Induction loopYes
Smartcards
Smartcards issued at this stationNo
Smartcard validatorsYes
Information available from staff

Yes - from help point

Yes - from ticket office

Customer information

DepartureScreens

Announcements

Staff help available
Monday:08:26 to 15:30
Sunday:
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. Level to platform 1 and connecting footbridge with stairs to platform 2 (low platform).

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.

Blue Badge parking bays: 1

Ticket barriers and gatesNo
Accessible ticket machinesNo
Induction loopYes
Ramp for train accessYes
Accessible ToiletsNo
Waiting rooms
Monday:08:26 to 15:30
Sunday:

Part of ticket office / station building

Seating areaYes
Wheelchairs availableNo
Getting to and from the station
Accessible taxis hereNo
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up pointNo
Accessible spaces1
Accessible car park equipmentTrue

None

Staff Help
Staff help available
Monday:08:26 to 15:30
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.

ToiletsYes

The toilets are located in the Waiting Room. The toilet facilities are only accessible during Ticket Office opening hours.

Accessible ToiletsNo
Baby ChangingYes
Waiting rooms
Monday:08:26 to 15:30
Sunday:

Part of ticket office / station building

Seating areaYes
1st Class LoungeNo
Station Car Park - unlined
OperatorNone
Car Parking Availability
Monday to Sunday:Open 24 hours
Spaces20
Accessible spaces1
Accessible car park equipmentYes
Car park CCTVYes
Parking charges
FreeTrue
Refreshment FacilitiesNo
ATM MachineNo
ShopsNo
Currency ExchangeNo
Pay PhonesNo
Public Wi-FiNo
Bicycle Storage
Spaces10
Type of StorageStands,
ShelteredNo
CCTVNo
Bicycle Hire
Cycle Hire InformationThere are no cycle hire facilities at this station

Transport Links to and from Kingussie Station

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

Buses pick up/drop off from the car park in front of the station.

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

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Kingussie station has neither a taxi rank nor a cab office. Advance booking is essential. Consider using the following local operators or alternative station:

Kingussie 01540 661343

Bike Transport (Aviemore) 07902 242301

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

Live Departures and arrivals from Kingussie Station

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

Arriving fromTrainArrival TimePlatformStatus
from London Kings CrossLondon North Eastern Railway19:101On time
from InvernessScotRail19:441On time
from EdinburghScotRail20:161On time
Going toTrainDeparture TimePlatformStatus
to InvernessLondon North Eastern Railway19:141On time
to EdinburghScotRail19:451On time
to InvernessScotRail20:171On time