Alperton tube station facts for kids
Platforms at Alperton tube station
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| Location | Alperton |
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| Local authority | London Borough of Brent |
| Managed by | London Underground |
| Number of platforms | 2 |
| Fare zone | 4 |
| London Underground annual entry and exit | |
| 2005 | 2.405 million |
| 2007 | 3.006 million |
| Key dates | |
| 1903 1932 |
Opened (MDR) Service changes from District Line to Piccadilly Line |
| Other information | |
| Lists of stations | |
Alperton is a London Underground station. It is part of London's famous subway system. This station is on the Uxbridge branch of the Piccadilly Line. It helps people travel around London. You can find Alperton station in Alperton. This area is in the London Borough of Brent. The station is in Travelcard Zone 4. This means it's a bit further out from central London.
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About Alperton Station
Alperton station is located on Ealing Road (A4089 road). It is near the junction with Bridgewater Road (A4005). The station is also close to Alperton Bus Garage. You can also find the Paddington branch of the Grand Union Canal nearby.
Where is Alperton Station Located?
The station sits between two other stations. These are Sudbury Town and Park Royal. This makes it an important stop on the Piccadilly Line. It connects people to different parts of London.
When Did Alperton Station Open?
Alperton station first opened in 1903. It was originally part of the Metropolitan District Railway. Later, in 1932, its services changed. It then became part of the Piccadilly Line. This change helped improve travel for many people.
How Trains Run at Alperton
The Piccadilly Line is a very busy line. It connects many areas of London. At Alperton, trains run regularly. This helps people get to work or school. It also helps them visit friends and family.
Train Schedule and Destinations
During normal hours, a train arrives every ten minutes. This happens in both directions. Half of the trains going north end at Rayners Lane. The other half continue all the way to Uxbridge. Uxbridge is the very end of the line. This schedule makes it easy to plan your journey.
Images for kids
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Alperton station in 1916.
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The ticket office in 1927.
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The new station building in 1933.
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The ticket hall in 1933. You can see the strong concrete roof.
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A view of the platforms and shelter in 1958.
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Alperton Station in 2001. Safety barriers were added to the roof.
