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About London Blackfriars (BFR) Train Station

Station managed by: Thameslink

London Blackfriars station
Queen Victoria Street
London
EC4V 4DY

London Blackfriars Station can be found on Queen Victoria Street in London as shown on the map, and is operated by Thameslink.

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

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Everything you need to know about London Blackfriars Station

Welcome to London Blackfriars Train Station

Situated in the historic heart of London, London Blackfriars station is more than just a transit point; it's a gateway to both the charms of the capital and the beautiful locales beyond. Whether you're a daily commuter or a first-time visitor hoping to catch a glimpse of the London skyline, Blackfriars has you covered with its extensive range of facilities and transport links.

Station Facilities and Amenities

London Blackfriars prides itself on being a modern, well-equipped station with amenities designed to make your journey seamless. The station is equipped with a ticket office open throughout the week and multiple ticket machines for easy purchases, all of which are designed to be accessible. Offering step-free access throughout, it is classified as a Category A station, ensuring unimpeded access to all platforms. For tech-savvy travelers, smartcards are available, complete with validators for quick access.

Customer service is at the forefront at London Blackfriars. If you ever need assistance, help points are stationed at key areas. Although there's no dedicated waiting room, there are ample seating areas fully covered on all platforms, allowing for a comfortable wait. CCTV operations are in place to ensure passenger safety, and toilets, including accessible options, are located conveniently in the booking hall on the Northbank side.

Onward Travel Options

For those looking to continue their journey beyond the station, Blackfriars offers excellent links to alternative modes of transportation. The station has a well-organized taxi rank right outside the main entrance, making it simple to hail a cab. While information about rail replacement services can be found online, various bus services operate close to the station. These services connect you with many key points across London, making onward travel seamless.

Need to cycle instead? You'll find bicycle storage options near the Northbank entrance, though it’s worth noting that bike hire isn't available onsite. Despite the lack of parking facilities, the station's central location makes it incredibly accessible from numerous parts of the city.

Popular Routes Direct from Blackfriars

Blackfriars station serves as an excellent launching pad for exploring well-loved destinations. If you're inclined toward seaside escapes, check out trains from London Blackfriars to Brighton. Need to catch a flight? The station provides direct connectivity with Gatwick Airport. Historical towns like St Albans City and Hitchin are also a short train ride away.

If your day is more about business in the city, perhaps the connection to London St Pancras International or short hops to nearby districts like Farringdon and East Croydon will call out to you.

A Final Word on London Blackfriars

Whether for pleasure or work, London Blackfriars station caters to every traveler’s need. It's a hub that delights with its blend of traditional architecture and modern facilities. Whether you're heading out of the city or arriving anew, the station stands ready to be your starting point, ensuring that you're always on the right path in your journey.

Don't forget to purchase your tickets in advance for a smoother journey. Whether online or directly at the station, services are designed to offer you flexibility and convenience. All aboard on your next adventure from London Blackfriars!

London Blackfriars Station details & facilities

Ticket Office
Ticket Office Opening hours
Monday to Friday:07:15 to 20:30
Saturday:07:15 to 20:00
Sunday:08:00 to 16:00
Ticket machinesYes
Collect tickets bought onlineYes

Collect tickets at the ticket machine

Accessible ticket machinesYes

All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts.

Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be. Please check the station map or the 'step free access' section before making your way to the station.

Induction loopYes
Smartcards
Smartcards issued at this stationYes
Smartcard validatorsYes
Information available from staff

Yes - from help point

Customer information

DepartureScreens

Announcements

Staff help available
Monday to Sunday:
Customer help pointsYes
Customer services notesNone
Luggage storageNo
Lost property

None

CCTV at the stationYes
Station Accessibility
Step-free access

Step free access is available throughout the whole station.

This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms.

The Assistance Meeting Point is by the Ticket Office.

Ticket barriers and gatesYes
Accessible ticket machinesYes

All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts.

Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be. Please check the station map or the 'step free access' section before making your way to the station.

Induction loopYes
Ramp for train accessYes

This station has level access between train and platform without assistance from staff.

Accessible ToiletsYes
Waiting roomsThere is no waiting room office at London Blackfriars
Seating areaYes

The platforms at this station are fully covered.

There are seats on all platforms.

Wheelchairs availableYes
Getting to and from the station
Accessible taxis hereNo
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up pointYes

There is access to the station through the common entrance on Queen Victoria street. There is no dedicated parking but there is a taxi rank.

Accessible spacesNone
Accessible car park equipmentNo
Staff Help
Staff help available
Customer Help Points and Meeting PointYes
Helpline

Staff are available at this station at all times for providing assistance getting on and off the train and assistance around the station and to the platform. Assistance can be provided unbooked (turn up and go) or pre booked up to two hours before departure by contacting Assisted Travel.

Whether you pre book assistance or travel unbooked, please contact a member of staff on arrival. We recommend arriving 20 minutes prior to your train departing. This is to allow us to make sure arrangements are in place at your destination, or interchange, station such as the availability of staff and lifts. If there is insufficient time to check these arrangements, we may assist you onto the next available train.

For further information on assisted travel please see:

Accessibility at the station - Thameslink.

ToiletsYes

Located in the booking hall on the Northbank side.

Accessible ToiletsYes
Baby ChangingNo
Waiting roomsThere is no waiting room office at London Blackfriars
Seating areaYes

The platforms at this station are fully covered.

There are seats on all platforms.

1st Class LoungeNo
Refreshment FacilitiesAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

ATM located in ticket hall

ShopsAvailable

Newsagent

Currency ExchangeNo
Pay PhonesNo
Public Wi-FiNo
Bicycle Storage
Spaces12

Located outside the Northbank station entrance.

Cycles are left at owners risk. Abandoned cycles may be removed.

Type of StorageStands,
ShelteredYes
CCTVYes
Bicycle Hire
Cycle Hire InformationThere are no cycle hire facilities at this station

Transport Links to and from London Blackfriars Station

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

Please click the link for details regarding the rail replacement bus location.

Located outside the main entrance.

Information to plan your onward journey is available in the ‘Onward Travel Information Map’, located in the ‘Maps’ section below.

Live Departures and arrivals from London Blackfriars Station

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

Arriving fromTrainArrival TimePlatformStatus
from Kentish TownThameslink06:061On time
from CambridgeThameslink06:081On time
from West Hampstead ThameslinkThameslink06:11106:15 This train has been delayed by a problem in the depot
from BedfordThameslink06:211On time
from BrightonThameslink06:212On time
from PeterboroughThameslink06:231On time
from Sutton (London)Thameslink06:242On time
from West Hampstead ThameslinkThameslink06:261On time
from Three BridgesThameslink06:262On time
Going toTrainDeparture TimePlatformStatus
to Sutton (London)Thameslink06:061On time
to BrightonThameslink06:091On time
to Rainham (Kent)Thameslink06:11106:15 This train has been delayed by a problem in the depot
to SevenoaksThameslink06:164On time
to Sutton (London)Thameslink06:211On time
to CambridgeThameslink06:222On time
to HorshamThameslink06:241On time
to St AlbansThameslink06:242On time
to OrpingtonThameslink06:261On time
to BedfordThameslink06:272On time