elephant and castle station

Elephant and Castle Tube Station London | Map and Postcodes

ByAlex Turner

Elephant and Castle Tube Station, a bustling transport hub in London’s Southwark borough, is more than just a gateway to different destinations. This iconic landmark boasts a rich history dating back to the 19th century, serving as a vital connection point for the London Underground and National Rail networks.

Preceding stationFollowing station
Lambeth North towards Harrow & WealdstoneTerminus
Borough towards Edgware, Mill Hill East or High BarnetKennington towards Morden
elephant and castle station

Opening Hours:

  • Monday – Friday: 7:00 AM – 8:10 PM
  • Saturday: 6:40 AM – 8:10 PM
  • Sunday: 9:10 AM – 6:40 PM

Services:

  • Ticket machines available 24/7
  • Online ticket collection at the ticket machine
  • Accessible ticket machines are available
  • An induction loop for hearing assistance is available

Oyster and Contactless:

  • Top-up Oyster Pay as you go at the ticket machine
  • Use Oyster or Contactless Pay as you go
  • Oyster Cards cannot be purchased at this station

Smartcards:

  • Smartcards issued at this station
  • Smartcard validators available

Notes:

Opening Hours:

  • Information Services: Monday – Friday: 5:00 AM – 00:30 AM
  • Saturday: 6:00 AM – 00:30 AM
  • Sunday: 9:00 AM – 00:30 AM
  • Staff Help: Same as Information Services hours

Services:

  • Customer Information Screens
  • Departure Screens
  • Announcements
  • Lost Property (open seven days a week)
  • Staff help is available during Information Services hours

Other:

  • Customer Help Points available
  • No luggage storage facility
  • CCTV surveillance in operation

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Unfortunately, there are no bicycle storage or hire facilities available at this station. This means you cannot store your bicycle at the station or rent one there.

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  • Platforms: None are accessible without stairs.
  • Ticket barriers: Not accessible.
  • Ramps: None available for boarding trains.
  • Accessible toilets: Not available.
  • Wheelchairs: Not available for loan at the station.

However, some positive aspects include:

  • Accessible ticket machines: Available for independent ticketing.
  • Induction loop: Assists those with hearing aids.
  • Staff help: Available during specific hours on weekdays, weekends, and Sundays.
  • Accessible taxis: Can be found nearby.
  • Customer Help Points and Meeting Points: These are available for assistance.
  • Helpline: Operational 24/7 (except Christmas Day).

Map of elephant and castle station

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