Strood railway station facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Strood |
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| The station in June 2011 | |
| Location | |
| Place | Strood |
| Local authority | Borough of Medway |
| Operations | |
| Station code | SOO |
| Managed by | Southeastern |
| Platforms in use | 3 |
| Live arrivals/departures and station information from National Rail | |
| History | |
| Key dates | Opened 18 June 1856 |
| National Rail - UK railway stations | |
| A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z | |
Strood railway station is a busy train station located in Strood, a town in Kent, England. It's super close to the town centre, so you can easily walk there from the high street. It's also just a short walk from the historic town of Rochester.
This station is an important stop on the North Kent Line. It helps people travel all around the area.
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What is Strood Station?
Strood railway station is a place where trains stop for people to get on and off. It has three platforms, which are the raised areas next to the tracks where you wait for your train. The station first opened a long time ago, on 18 June 1856.
Which Trains Use Strood?
Strood station is served by trains run by a company called Southeastern. These trains connect Strood to many different places.
Main Train Lines
The station is a key part of the North Kent Line. This line connects Strood to places like Higham and Rochester.
You can also catch trains on the Medway Valley Line from Strood. This line goes towards places like Cuxton.
During busy times, like rush hour, some trains on the High Speed 1 line also stop here. These trains can take you to Gravesend and other destinations.
A Look Back in Time
Strood station has been around for over 160 years! It has seen many changes over the years. In the past, it was part of the South Eastern Railway. This company helped build and run many of the early train lines in the area.
The station has grown and changed to keep up with the needs of travellers. It continues to be an important link for the community.
Images for kids
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Strood railway station in 1909, note several details; The old SER terminus is where the sidings are to the right of the station. Also note the two lines over the Medway.
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Strood station (lower centre) from the north-east. The train at centre left is on the viaduct carrying the Chatham Main Line. The train centre right is on the Medway Valley Line. Upper background are the viaducts carrying the M2 motorway and behind that the High Speed 1 rail line. The photo was taken before the bridge between platforms was built; from this viewpoint the bridge would be at the far end of the platforms.
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One of the first Thameslink trains in May 2018
