Kings Cross Train Station

London's iconic Kings Cross station is one of the best-known and busiest stations in the world. The station was built in the middle of the 19th century. It got its name from a monument erected in honor of King George IV in 1830 near the crossroads near the station's current location. The name stuck even after the statue was removed a few years later. In addition to connecting major cities including Yorkshire, Edinburgh, Cambridge, Newcastle, Inverness, and Doncaster, as well as dozens of other domestic routes, Kings Cross station is an important hub on the UK railway network. Additionally, King's Cross Station is home to Harry Potter's famous platform 934. More information about train routes details you can find on Benelux trains.

​Address: Kings Cross Local authority , London Borough of Camden, United Kingdom
​Phone:  03457 48 49 50

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Explore Kings Cross Railway Station

There have been many changes in the King's Cross station since it was established more than 150 years ago, including the devastating fire of 1989 and the worldwide fame of JK Rowling's Harry Potter series, which has made it an internationally renowned station. The grand renovation of the station, which took place from 2005 to 2012, was one of the most significant chapters in its history. This video explores the rich cultural and historical significance of London's Kings Cross railway station and reveals what took place behind the scenes at that time.​

What to Know About Kings Cross Rail Station

What is Kings Cross station famous for?

King's Cross Station opened in 1852 and was the largest train station in England. This magnificent structure was designed by Lewis Cubitt (1799-1883), known for designing a number of bridges in India, Australia, and South America as well as the granary that later became Central Saint Martins, also in King's Cross. 

Are Kings Cross and St Pancras the same station?

It serves two overground stations which are of course separated by the lines - King's Cross and St Pancras. King's Cross serves the East Coast mainline to North East England and Scotland, whereas St Pancras International is the terminus for Eurostar trains throughout Europe.

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