What station does Hogwarts Express leave from?
What station does Hogwarts Express leave from? In the Harry Potter™ books, the Hogwarts™ Express leaves King's Cross Station at 11 am and arrives at Hogsmeade™ Station after nightfall.
How early to get to Kings Cross?
We recommend arriving 30 minutes prior to departure. When arriving at the station by train, our aim is to meet you on time.
Is St Pancras the same as Kings Cross?
Kings Cross Station and St. Pancras International are two separate stations, leading to different retailers. They're just across the road from each other.
Does the Hogwarts Express stop at other stations?
The only stations the Hogwarts Express is noted as stopping at are King's Cross and Hogsmeade. Pottermore states that all students have to board the train per Ministry decree. This also includes students from Scotland, Wales and more remote parts of England and Ireland.
Where does the Hogwarts Express start from?
Sadly, the train doesn't depart from the real Platform 9 and ¾ at Kings Cross Station. Instead, the train, operated by West Coast Railways, leaves from Fort William, about a two-hour drive from Glasgow, and runs to Mallaig in the Highlands of Scotland.
How long will the Hogwarts Express ride be closed?
The attraction will be closed from December 10 through December 16, 2023. Please keep in mind that these dates can change. The brief closure is most likely maintenance related.
Are there two Hogwarts Express trains?
Two five-car trains occupy a single track that runs through the backstage area of the Universal Orlando Resort – but guests will never know because there are no windows in the cars. Both trains face the same direction and will not turn around.
Is it worth it to ride the Hogwarts Express?
The main reason is this is the only way to make sure you see absolutely everything that the Wizarding World of Harry Potter has to offer. The other main reason we think the Hogwarts Express is worth it is that it's a convenient way to travel between the two parks and you can enjoy a different experience both ways.