How early should I arrive to Kings Cross?
How early should I arrive to Kings Cross? Distances from the concourse to trains can be lengthy at London King's Cross, so to assist you in a timely and safe manner we would request our passengers to arrive in good time. We recommend arriving 30 minutes prior to departure.
Does a train leave early if it arrives early?
Amtrak trains generally adhere to their published schedules, and if a train arrives early, it may depart early as well. Passengers are advised to be at the station ahead of the scheduled departure time to avoid missing their train.
What not to do at a train station?
Stand back: Always stay behind the yellow lines at train stations. Enter or exit a station platform at designated areas. Stay off the tracks: Train tracks, bridges and yards are private property. Never walk, bike, skateboard or run on or along the tracks; it's illegal and dangerous.
How long should I arrive before my train?
Unless you're taking the Auto Train, plan to arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled departure. If you need assistance with baggage and/or ticketing, we recommend you arrive 60 minutes early.
Do you have to be early to the train station?
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 busy is Kings Cross right now?
(Zone 1) Live The station is currently busy. It is busier than it usually is at this time. It is likely to get quieter.
Do trains take longer than driving?
With high-speed rail, train travel is always faster than driving. In many cases, it's even faster than flying, once you factor in the whole air travel song-and-dance. And if you do need to catch a plane, trains make it easier to get to the airport.