Brixton tube station facts for kids
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| Location | Brixton |
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| Local authority | Lambeth |
| Managed by | London Underground |
| Number of platforms | 2 |
| Fare zone | 2 |
| London Underground annual entry and exit | |
| 2005 | 18.597 million |
| 2007 | 20.577 million |
| Key dates | |
| 1971 | Opened (Victoria Line) |
| Other information | |
| Lists of stations | |
Brixton tube station is an important part of the London Underground network. It opened on 23 July 1971 and is the very last stop on the Victoria Line if you're heading south. This means it's the "southern terminus" – the end of the line!
For a while, Brixton was actually the most southern stop on the Northern line. But in 1996, it became part of the Victoria Line instead. This change helped make the tube network even better for everyone.
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Discover Brixton Tube Station
Brixton tube station is a busy place, helping thousands of people travel around London every day. It's located in Brixton, a lively area in the Lambeth borough. The station is in Fare Zone 2, which helps decide how much your ticket costs.
A Brief History
The station first opened its doors in 1971. This was a big moment for the Victoria Line, as it completed the southern part of this important underground route. Imagine how exciting it must have been for people to have a new way to get around!
How the Station Works
Brixton station has two platforms. These are the areas where people wait for trains and get on or off. Since it's the end of the line, trains often arrive, drop off passengers, and then turn around to head back north.
Thousands of people use Brixton tube station every year. In 2005, over 18 million people entered or exited the station. By 2007, that number grew to more than 20 million! This shows just how important Brixton station is for daily travel in London.
Related Pages
If you want to learn more about other stations, you can check out the List of London Underground stations.
| Preceding station |  London Underground |
Following station | ||
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| Terminus | Victoria line |
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Images for kids
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Map of rail & tube lines passing through Brixton, showing the location of East Brixton
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Platform 1 looking south towards the reversing tracks as seen during the 2008 refurbishment work
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Platform 2 looking north as seen during the 2008 refurbishment work
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Station platform roundel as seen in 2011 after the 2008 refurbishment work
See also
In Spanish: Estación de Brixton para niños
