West Acton Station – Information for Travellers

Overview

West Acton Station is a quiet suburban stop on the Central Line, serving the residential areas of West Acton and Ealing. It provides direct links to Ealing Broadway, Shepherd’s Bush, Oxford Circus, and the City.

Lines and Services

London Underground – Central Line

• Direct services to Ealing Broadway, Shepherd’s Bush, Oxford Circus, Liverpool Street
• Typical journey times:
  • West Acton → Ealing Broadway: ~3 minutes
  • West Acton → Oxford Circus: ~22 minutes
  • West Acton → Liverpool Street: ~35 minutes

Station Facilities

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

Accessibility

West 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

West Acton is a peaceful residential area with a strong community feel:

• North Acton Playing Fields – open green space
• Japanese School – local cultural landmark
• Ealing Broadway – major shopping and dining area nearby
• Acton Park – gardens, sports, and leisure

The area is calm, family‑friendly, and well‑connected to Central London.