LIRR Kew Gardens Station – Queens Local Access
LIRR Kew Gardens Station – LIRR Kew Gardens is a commuter rail station in Queens, New York. It connects the Hempstead, Oyster Bay, and Port Jefferson branches and is a key route for commuters to and from Manhattan’s Penn Station or Atlantic Terminal. The station, which consists of two side platforms and is accessible to ADA, also has shelters with seating and digital screens displaying next-bus arrival times.
Commuters flock to the LIRR Kew Gardens train station, which sits near Queens Boulevard and offers frequent service during peak hours. No dedicated parking is available.
LIRR Kew Gardens Station
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Station Name | Kew Gardens Station |
| Address | Station Approach, Kew, Richmond upon Thames, London TW9 3BZ |
| Travel Zones | Zone 3 / Zone 4 |
| Lines Served | District Line (Richmond branch), London Overground (North London line) |
| Station Type | London Underground and Overground station |
| Platform Access | Partial step-free access (eastbound only); westbound platform not step-free |
| Facilities | Ticket machines (accessible), Oyster/contactless, Wi‑Fi, Help Points, toilets (eastbound platform), cash machine, kiosk/newsstand |
| Unique Feature | Only Tube station with a pub—The Tap on the Line—connected directly to the platform |
| Nearby Attractions | Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew (6–10 min walk), The National Archives, Kew Green, Kew Village, London Museum of Water & Steam |
| Parking Options | Kew Gardens Car Park (Ferry Lane, TW9 3AF), ~£9/day; limited spaces; free for motorcycles & Blue Badge holders |
| Alternative Parking | Old Deer Park, Richmond Athletic Grounds (via JustPark or YourParkingSpace) |
| Public Transport Links | Bus routes 65, 110 (nearby); 237 & 267 (via Kew Bridge); Riverboat (to Kew Pier); National Rail (via Kew Bridge station, 10 min walk) |
| Accessibility Notes | Best access for wheelchair users is via Richmond station (to change platforms more easily) |
| Congestion Charge | Outside Congestion Zone; inside ULEZ |
| Main Entrance for Gardens | Victoria Gate (closest from station) |
Kew Garden LIRR Station Address
- Address: Station Approach, Kew, Richmond upon Thames, London TW93BZ.
- Travel Zones: Zones 3 and 4
Kew Garden Station Features & Amenities
- Architecture: 1869 Grade II list
- Design: 2 (neither with escalators nor lifts), and the district line westbound boarding ramps are not step‑free. There is a level access interchange at Richmond to the island platform for trains headed eastbound.
- Facilities: Ticket machines (Pay by Card Only) — including accessible Yellow Dot ticket machines are available, Oyster top-up value point is not appropriate for purchasing Visitor Oyster Cards or making refund payments, but may be used to collect pre-paid orders and re-adjust the refund balance on existing Oyster cards), On behalf of all merchants, Floodit card charges are also processed. No station waiting rooms or lounges.
- Fun fact: The only LU station with an attached pub, The Tap on the Line (The Railway before 2013), serves platform-side passengers.
LIRR Kew Gardens Nearby Attractions
- Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew (~500 m / 6‑10 minutes on foot) — An UNESCO World Heritage site with more than 50,000 species of plants and iconic buildings like the Temperate House, Waterlily House, or Great Pagoda
- The National Archives (about 600 m to the northeast) holds historical papers of public records, UK.
- Kew Green & Kew Village– beautiful open green space with history, with pubs, shops, cafes, and restaurants within walking distance of this village station.
- London Museum of Water & Steam, Kew Bridge (short walk/Bus). Old pumping station with restored steam engines and exhibitions about London’s water history.
Kew Garden LIRR Transport Connections
- Tube/Overground: District Line (Richmond branch) and Overground Mildmay line.
- By Bus: 65 and 110 alight at Victoria or Lion Gates; 237 and 267 alight at Kew Bridge station (800m away)
- Train (South West Trains): Services via Kew Bridge station, 10-minute walk from the Web
- Boat Route 1: Thames River Boats from Westminster (bus stop) to Kew Pier, and walk to Elizabeth Gate
Kew Garden Station Parking
- Kew Gardens Car Park (Near Brentford Gate, Ferry Lane, TW93AF)
- Limited space on site, around £9/day (the price has been hiked to this from the previous rate of £7).
- Motorcycles and Blue Badge holders are free in designated or overflow spaces.
- The Car Park closes 30 minutes after the garden closes.
- Alternate parking nearby:
- Old Deer Park Sports Grounds, (Oxenhouse Lane): Within walking distance of Lion Gate
- Richmond Athletic Grounds: 20-minute walk to Victoria Gate
- Outsourced through parking apps of third parties (Just Park, YourParkingSpace)
LIRR Kew Gardens Station Schedule
LIRR Kew Garden Weekday Schedule
| Service | Destination | Frequency (Weekday) |
|---|---|---|
| District Line (Underground) | To Richmond | ~6 trains per hour (tph) |
| District Line (Underground) | To Upminster (via Central London) | ~6 tph |
| London Overground (Mildmay Line) | To Stratford (East London) | ~4 tph |
| London Overground (Mildmay Line) | To Richmond (Southwest) | ~4 tph |
LIRR Kew Garden Weekend Schedule
| Line | Direction | Typical Frequency (tph) |
|---|---|---|
| District Line | To Richmond | ~6 trains per hour |
| To Upminster | ~6 trains per hour | |
| London Overground (Mildmay Line) | To Stratford | ~4 trains per hour |
| To Richmond | ~4 trains per hour (Sundays also ~4 tph) |
Restaurants near the Kew Gardens Station
- The Tap on the Line: Platform-pub-only place of its kind. With beers and spirits, Fit for a full English breakfast and brunch, classic British meals, Vibrant historic surroundings.
- The Kew Greenhouse Cafe: Bright, plant-filled café around the corner from the station. Anticipate savoury mains, homemade cakes, and an inviting environment.
- Ma Cuisine: Unfussy French bistro with regionally-inspired dishes and wines at 8 Station Approach, a 0.1km walk away. Great to have for lunch or early dinner.
- Pizza Express (Kew): 10 Station Approach, Kew. Italian pizza standard, but this chain is always reliable for pizzas, pastas, and family meals
- Caffe Torelli: 3 Royal Parade. This Italian café serves up light meals and quality coffee in a very relaxed setting.
- Palmyra Restaurant: 277 Sandycombe Rd (approx. 0.2km), Lebanese dining serving up meze, grills, and vegetables.
FAQs
Q1: Which LIRR branch includes the Kew Gardens Station?
A1: Kew Gardens of the LIRR is served by the Main Line (trains, Ronkonkoma Branch, and Hempstead Branch).
Q2: Where is the LIRR Kew Gardens Station situated?
A2: The station is positioned at Lefferts Boulevard, Austin Street, and Grenfell Street in Queens, NY.
Q3: Does LIRR Kew Gardens Station have elevators?
A3: No, the LIRR Kew Gardens Station is not accessible to people with disabilities yet today, i.e., the facility does not include an elevator.
Q4: Is LIRR Kew Gardens Station near residential areas?
A4: Yes, it is in the quiet residential area of Kew Gardens, so it is a favorite of local commuters.
Q5: Are there ticket vending machines at LIRR Kew Gardens Station?
A5: Yes. At Kew Gardens Station, ticket vending machines are installed to serve the convenience of the passengers.
