Berowra station opened on 7 April 1887 when the Main Northern line was extended from Hornsby to Hawkesbury River.

[6] On 28 August 2006, Platform 3 opened on the passing loop as part of the Rail Clearways Program, to allow suburban trains to terminate clear of the running lines.

The upgrade also included provision of lifts, a new over-rail bridge for general station access and additional wet weather protection.

[7][8] On 22 January 2007, Berowra station was almost engulfed as bushfires swept the Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park.

[9] In February 2024, a man and woman were struck and killed by a freight train while attempting to cross the tracks at Berowra station.