North Harrow

North Harrow station is a quiet Metropolitan line stop in the London Borough of Harrow, serving the residential suburb between Harrow-on-the-Hill and Pinner. The station is a local commuter stop for the surrounding residential streets and has a small parade of local shops nearby. Pinner (one stop north-west) is the more interesting destination for visitors, with its historic village character and well-preserved medieval high street.

Station Overview

North Harrow station opened in 1915. It sits in Zone 5 and is served by the Metropolitan line only. The station does not have step-free access. It is between Harrow-on-the-Hill to the south-east and Pinner to the north-west.

Lines and Connectivity

The Metropolitan line (magenta) connects south-east towards Harrow-on-the-Hill and Baker Street (approximately twenty-two minutes), and north-west towards Pinner, Northwood Hills, Northwood and the outer Metropolitan branches.

Facilities

North Harrow station has a small parade of shops nearby and ticket machines. Local convenience stores are within a short walk.

Accessibility

North Harrow does not have step-free access. Harrow-on-the-Hill (one stop south-east) has step-free access on the Metropolitan line.

Travel Tips

• Pinner (one stop north-west) is a more interesting destination - a historic village with a well-preserved medieval high street and annual street fair.
• Harrow-on-the-Hill (one stop south-east) has step-free access and the historic hilltop town with Harrow School.
• The surrounding residential area has pleasant streets and local parks for walking.
• No step-free access - use Harrow-on-the-Hill for accessible travel on the Metropolitan line.
• Zone 5 fares apply. Use Oyster or contactless.

Nearby Attractions

Pinner - one stop north-west. A historic outer London village with medieval high street, annual street fair and good local restaurants.

Harrow-on-the-Hill - one stop south-east. The hilltop town with Harrow School, St Mary's Church and panoramic views.

Local parks - several parks in the surrounding residential area including Headstone Manor and Harrow Recreation Ground.

Timings and Best Time to Travel

Metropolitan line services at North Harrow run from approximately 05:00 to midnight. The station is quiet outside weekday rush hours.