North Ealing

North Ealing is a quiet Piccadilly line station in west London, serving a residential area on the Uxbridge branch of the line. The station is a local commuter stop between Park Royal and Ealing Common, with limited facilities and few visitor attractions in the immediate vicinity. The primary use is for residents commuting into central London on the Piccadilly line, or for passengers connecting to Ealing Broadway for District line services.

Station Overview

North Ealing station opened in 1903. It sits in Zone 3 and is served by the Piccadilly line on the Uxbridge branch. The station does not have step-free access. It is between Park Royal to the north and Ealing Common to the south.

Lines and Connectivity

The Piccadilly line (dark blue) connects north through Park Royal, Alperton and eventually to Rayners Lane (where the line diverges from the Metropolitan line towards Uxbridge). Southbound, the line continues through Ealing Common, Acton Town and into central London. Journey time to King's Cross is approximately twenty minutes.

Facilities

North Ealing station has ticket machines. There are no shops at the station. Local convenience stores and bus connections are available nearby.

Accessibility

North Ealing does not have step-free access. The nearest accessible Piccadilly line stations are in central London.

Travel Tips

• Ealing Broadway (accessible via Ealing Common, one stop south, and then the District line) is the main local town centre for restaurants, shopping and services.
• Hanger Lane Gyratory is nearby - avoid driving in this area during rush hours.
• Park Royal (one stop north) is primarily industrial but gives bus access to Ealing and Wembley.
• No step-free access at this station.
• Zone 3 fares apply. Use Oyster or contactless for best prices.

Nearby Attractions

Ealing Common - one stop south. A large triangular green space in Ealing with tennis courts and open grassland. Adjacent to the station.

Ealing Broadway - accessible via District line from Ealing Common. The main Borough of Ealing town centre.

Northala Fields - accessible by bus from the area. Artificial hills with panoramic views over west London, built from Wembley Stadium spoil.

Timings and Best Time to Travel

Piccadilly line services at North Ealing run from approximately 05:00 to midnight. Night Tube operates on the Piccadilly line on Friday and Saturday nights. The station is very quiet outside weekday commuter hours.