Croy Station serves the village of Croy – as well as parts of Kilsyth and Cumbernauld – in North Lanarkshire, Scotland. The station is located on the Glasgow to Edinburgh via Falkirk Line, about 11+1
The new bridge at Croy was funded by Access for All, a programme that has improved accessibility at 25 stations since 2006. Network Rail’s route director Liam Sumpter said it “delivers modern standards of access”.
History
The charming village of Croy has a long and proud history of mining, which is evident in the single row of original miners cottages still intact on Constarry Road high street. The quaint village also boasts an impressive architectural feature – the Croy railway viaduct, which is often referred to by local residents as “the four arches.”
The station is well-connected to Glasgow and Edinburgh with regular services to both cities. It is also a stop on the Croy Line which runs to Alloa and Dunblane. Services to the city run every half hour from Monday to Saturday, with a further service at nighttime, and hourly on Sundays.
As part of Network Rail’s commitment to a greener and more efficient railway, the station’s upgrade has been implemented using sustainable construction practices. These include the use of low-carbon concrete and the reusing of materials such as metal fencing. The station is also home to electric vehicle charging points, encouraging EV use as an alternative to diesel- or petrol-powered vehicles.
The Moovit app makes it easy to find your way around the city, with detailed bus and train schedules as well as route maps. The app’s real-time arrival information helps you plan your journey, and its transit data is sourced from official transport operators. This ensures that the information you see is always up to date and accurate.
Amenities
The station itself has undergone significant improvements in recent years with extended platforms, a new station building and ticket office and improved car parking facilities. There are also a number of shops and restaurants nearby. A notable architectural feature of the area is the Croy railway viaduct (known locally as “the four arches”), which can be accessed via a heritage path running alongside the station.
There is a choice of car parks at the station, including disabled spaces and blue badge spaces. All of these are operated by JustPark, allowing you to book your space in advance and avoid the hassle of searching for a place to park when you arrive. JustPark is the easiest way to guarantee a parking space near Croy Station, and helps you to save money by avoiding costly parking fines.
There is an electric car charging point located at Croy Train Station, Constarry Road, Cumbernauld, Dullatur, G68 9GD. It has 1 devices and is part of the ChargePlace Scotland network. To use the charging point, you will need a compatible vehicle and a ChargePlace Scotland account. This account can be created for free using the mobile app or a web map. The nearest petrol station is in the village of Dullatur, approximately a mile from the train station.
Parking
Commuters and locals alike are experiencing parking issues at Croy Station, which has been exacerbated by the recent PS3.1 million investment in modern standards of accessibility. A new bridge with lifts has opened at the busy North Lanarkshire railway station, which now provides step-free access to both platforms. However, it has also reduced the capacity of the station car parks and is having a knock-on effect on nearby residential streets that are becoming congested with displaced cars.
Jamie Hepburn, MSP for Cumbernauld and Kilsyth, along with local Councillors Mark Kerr and Alan Masterton recently met with Scotrail managing director Alex Hynes to highlight their concerns over the issue. Mr Hepburn said: “As somebody who regularly uses Croy station, I can appreciate the challenges that commuters face when it comes to finding a parking space. This isn’t just an issue for those using the station itself but for people living in adjacent streets who now find themselves having to park on the road – often at a cost of a fine.
JustPark offers a range of parking options close to Croy Station, including on-street spaces and long-term car parks. You can reserve your space in advance for total peace of mind, ensuring you’ll always have somewhere to park before your train journey begins. We provide transparent pricing – no hidden fees or charges – so you know exactly how much your booking will cost in advance, even before you set foot in the car.
Train services
Croy Station is a railway station serving the village of Croy and parts of Kilsyth and Cumbernauld in North Lanarkshire, Scotland. It is located on the Glasgow to Edinburgh via Falkirk Line, and is 11+1
The station has been upgraded with a new footbridge with lifts, providing step-free access to platforms. The project was undertaken by Story Scotland on behalf of Network Rail. This investment in Croy Station demonstrates how the rail industry is working together with the community to deliver a better service for all, especially those with impaired mobility.
In addition to the new bridge, the station also has a new ticket office with better facilities and increased staffing. The new ticket office will offer customers a more convenient and pleasant experience as well as help to reduce congestion at the station during busy periods.
There are several ways to get to Croy Station 1, including bus and train. The best way to find the right trip for you is to use Moovit, an all-in-one transit app. Moovit offers reliable route information and schedules for all modes of transport, so you can always choose the best option for your trip. It will calculate the cost of your trip and give you an estimate of how long it will take to get there.
