How early to arrive at Kings Cross for train?

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We will be traveling from Kings Cross to Leeds on a 9:00 am train in early July.

How much time is enough for us to find and board the train? We will be traveling as a family of two adults and one child, with some hand luggage.



Best Answer

I would factor in about 30 minutes before departure time if you have luggage and children. In the UK it is usual for the Platform number to not be displayed until the train is ready to depart, so make sure you know where all the platforms are.




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How early should I get to the train?

Plan to arrive at the station at least 30 minutes before your train is scheduled to depart (Auto Train passengers should arrive at the station at least two hours prior to departure).

How early should I get to the train station UK?

Re: When should we arrive at the train station? I would suggest 15-30 minutes before departure. Of course you will see people running to catch the train at the very last moment.

What time does Kings Cross station open?

The station is open when trains are running from early in the morning to late at night. The Travel Centre has the following opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 01:36, Saturday 05:00 - 00:36, Sunday 05:30 - 01:36.

What time is off-peak from Kings Cross?

London restrictions: Super Off-Peak and Off-Peak Day Returns Super Off-Peak Day tickets cannot be used on trains that arrive at London stations before 10.55 or that depart London stations between 16.30 and 19.01. Off-Peak Day tickets between London King's Cross and Stevenage are valid after 09.29 (Monday to Friday).



Trains at London Kings Cross - 20/09/2021




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