Harrietsham railway station serves the rural and industrial village of Harrietsham in Kent, England. It is 47 mi down the line from London Victoria. The station, and all trains serving it, are operated by Southeastern.

History

Harrietsham station opened on 1 July 1884, as part of the London, Chatham and Dover Railway's extension of the line from Maidstone to Ashford West. The goods yard was on the up side. It comprised three sidings, one of which served a goods shed. Freight facilities were withdrawn on 1 May 1961. The signal box closed on 5 November 1972.

Facilities

The ticket office is staffed only during the morning peak period; at other times, a PERTIS 'permit to travel' machine, located at the entrance to the up platform, can be used. There is also a car park with 24 spaces.

Services

All services at Harrietsham are operated by Southeastern using and electric multiple units. The typical off-peak service in trains per hour is: Additional services call at the station during peak hours, including trains to and from London Charing Cross.

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