Somerset House
Somerset House is a fascinating building which acts as a complete arts centre with a varied programme of events and installations.
It's simple to reach Somerset House, in London, by train. Simply hop on a train to London Charing Cross station and then it's just a 9 minute walk away.
For more visitor info including opening times, visit Somerset House’s website.
Station details & facilities
Ticket office
Ticket Office opening hours:
- Open Monday to Sunday 24hrs
| Ticket Machine | Available |
|---|---|
| Staff help | Available |
| Staffing level | The staff is available at all times. |
| Oyster Prepay | Available |
| Oyster topup | Unavailable |
| Oyster validator | Available |
| Pre-purchase collection | Available |
| Travel card zone | London Charing Cross is in Zone 1 |
Luggage
| Left Luggage | Available |
|---|---|
| Left Luggage phone number | 020 3468 4662 |
| Left Luggage Website | http://www.lostproperty.org/locations.php |
Facilities
| Shops | Available |
|---|---|
| Postbox | Unavailable |
| Telephones | Available |
| Telephone types | Cards and coins |
| Station Buffet | Available |
| ATM | Available |
| Bureau de Change | Unavailable |
| Tourist Information Office | Unavailable |
| Nearest station with more facilities | Yes, the station is all on one level and all platforms are reachable by disabled passengers. |
Toilets
| Toilets | Available |
|---|---|
| Toilets notes | Located on the central passage in the main concourse. |
| Showers | Unavailable |
| Baby change | Available |
WiFi
| WiFi | Unavailable |
|---|---|
| WiFi notes | |
| Web kiosk | Unavailable |
Staffing and customer service
| Customer help points | Available |
|---|---|
| CCTV | Available |
Parking
Bicycle Facilities
| Cycle storage | Available |
|---|---|
| Cycle storage spaces | 20 |
| Sheltered cycle storage | Unavailable |
| Cycle storage CCTV | Available |
| Cycle storage notes | Within car park and station forecourt |
| Cycle storage notes | There are stands available. |
Accessibility
| Step-free access | Step free access is available throughout the whole station. |
|---|---|
| Ramps for train access | Available |
| Wheelchairs | Available |
| Induction Loop | Available |
| Accessible ticket machines | Available |
| Accessible Booking Office counter | Available |
| Accessible taxis | Accessible taxis are available at this station, please see below for more information |
| Accessible taxis notes | London Charing Cross station is a major station with taxis usually available on a rank. Advance booking is not normally necessary or even possible, unless arriving early in the morning or late at night. Operators who may accept bookings include:
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First Class Lounge
There is no First Class lounge at this station.
Departures and arrivals from London Charing Cross
Want to check the latest departures and arrivals into London Charing Cross station? Find live information for the next trains departing and arriving at the station below.
Departures
Arrivals
| Departing to | Train | Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| to Sevenoaks | Southeastern | 23:34 | 5 | On time |
| to Hayes (Kent) | Southeastern | 23:37 | 3 | On time |
| to Ashford International | Southeastern | 23:40 | 4 | On time |
| to Dartford | Southeastern | 23:42 | 1 | On time |
| to Hastings | Southeastern | 23:45 | 6 | On time |
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| Arriving from | Train | Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| from Hastings | Southeastern | 23:34 | 6 | On time |
| from Hayes (Kent) | Southeastern | 23:42 | 5 | Late |
| from Dartford | Southeastern | 23:45 | 2 | Late |
| from Dartford | Southeastern | 23:45 | 3 | Late |
| from Gravesend | Southeastern | 23:53 | 1 | On time |
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