East Acton Station – Information for Travellers

Overview

East Acton Station is a convenient suburban stop on the Central Line, serving the residential areas of East Acton and the western edge of Shepherd’s Bush. It provides fast links to Ealing Broadway, White City, Oxford Circus, and the City.

Lines and Services

London Underground – Central Line

• Direct services to Ealing Broadway, White City, Oxford Circus, Liverpool Street
• Typical journey times:
  • East Acton → White City: ~3 minutes
  • East Acton → Oxford Circus: ~18 minutes
  • East Acton → Liverpool Street: ~32 minutes

Station Facilities

• Ticket machines
• Shops and cafés nearby
• Cycle parking
• Step‑free access (partial)

Accessibility

East Acton Station offers basic accessibility features:

• Tactile paving
• Clear signage
• Assistance available when staff are present

Step‑free access is limited and may require assistance.

Local Area

East Acton is a diverse and growing residential area with excellent transport links:

• Wormwood Scrubs Park – large open green space
• Hammersmith Hospital – major medical centre
• Westfield London – major shopping centre nearby
• Acton Park – gardens, sports, and leisure

The area is well‑connected, multicultural, and popular with families and commuters.