Northfields

Northfields station is a Piccadilly line stop in the London Borough of Ealing, notable for having the Piccadilly line depot adjacent to it - the primary maintenance facility for Piccadilly line trains on the network. The depot itself is not publicly accessible, but train enthusiasts may appreciate passing it on the line. The station serves a residential area between Boston Manor to the west and South Ealing to the east, with a local high street that has independent shops and cafes.

Station Overview

Northfields station opened in 1908. It sits in Zone 3 and is served by the Piccadilly line only. The station does not have step-free access. The Piccadilly line depot is immediately adjacent. It is between Boston Manor to the west and South Ealing to the east.

Lines and Connectivity

The Piccadilly line (dark blue) connects east through South Ealing, Acton Town and into central London. Westbound services continue through Boston Manor and Osterley towards Heathrow or Rayners Lane. Journey time to King's Cross is approximately twenty-eight minutes.

Facilities

Northfields station has a small shop and ticket machines. The local Northfields Avenue has cafes, convenience stores and independent shops within a short walk.

Accessibility

Northfields does not have step-free access. South Ealing (one stop east) and Boston Manor (one stop west) are in similar situations.

Travel Tips

• Northfields Avenue, a short walk from the station, has a pleasant local feel with good independent cafes and food shops - an underrated local high street in west London.
• Walpole Park in Ealing, with its Georgian mansion and excellent grounds, is accessible by bus from the area.
• Ealing Broadway (several stops east on the Piccadilly) is the main town centre if you need a wider range of shops and services.
• No step-free access at this station.
• Zone 3 fares apply. Oyster and contactless for best fares.

Nearby Attractions

Northfields Avenue - five minutes walk. A local high street with independent cafes and food shops.

Walpole Park - accessible by bus. A Victorian park in Ealing with a Georgian mansion (Pitzhanger Manor) and museum. Free entry to park.

Osterley Park - one stop west at Osterley. A National Trust mansion in 357 acres of parkland.

Timings and Best Time to Travel

Piccadilly line services at Northfields run from approximately 05:00 to midnight. Night Tube operates on the Piccadilly line on Friday and Saturday nights. The local area is quiet outside weekday rush hours.