East Acton

East Acton station is a Central line stop in west London that sits between the residential streets of East Acton and the large open expanse of Wormwood Scrubs. The Scrubs - as Londoners call it - is simultaneously a large open park popular with joggers, dog walkers and sports teams, and the location of HM Prison Wormwood Scrubs, one of London's most well-known Victorian jails. The two aspects coexist in a very London way: the park is genuinely accessible and pleasant for walking, while the prison's distinctive yellow-brick Victorian facade looms at the park's edge. The area around East Acton station is also the location of the emerging Old Oak Common development, future site of one of London's major HS2 interchanges.

Station Overview

East Acton station opened in 1920. It sits in Zone 2 and is served by the Central line only. The station does not have step-free access. It is between North Acton to the west and White City to the east.

Lines and Connectivity

The Central line (red) connects west to North Acton (where the western branches diverge) and east to White City (one stop, with connections to Shepherd's Bush) and central London. Journey time to Liverpool Street is approximately twenty minutes.

Facilities

East Acton station has ticket machines and basic infrastructure. There are no significant facilities at the station. The surrounding area has local convenience stores and bus connections.

Accessibility

East Acton does not have step-free access. White City (one stop east) has step-free access and is the nearest accessible option.

Travel Tips

• Wormwood Scrubs park is immediately north of the station - a large, flat open space with sports pitches, walking areas and the distinctive prison building at the edge.
• White City (one stop east) is the better station for Westfield London, the BBC campus and has step-free access.
• The Old Oak Common development area nearby will eventually become a major HS2 interchange - construction is ongoing and the area will change considerably.
• No step-free access - use White City for accessible Central line travel in this area.
• Zone 2 fares apply here - the Zone 1-2 daily cap of £8.50 covers travel to and from central London.

Nearby Attractions

Wormwood Scrubs park - immediately north. A large open park with sports facilities and a nature area. Free to enter. The Victorian prison building is a notable architectural feature at the park's edge.

White City - one stop east. Westfield London shopping and the BBC White City campus are both directly accessible.

Old Oak Common - nearby future HS2/Elizabeth line interchange. Under construction; will be significant for west London transport when it opens.

Timings and Best Time to Travel

Central line services at East Acton run from approximately 05:30 to midnight Monday to Saturday and 07:00 to 23:30 on Sundays. Night Tube operates on the Central line on Friday and Saturday nights. The park is pleasant at any time of day but best on a clear morning.