Kingston railway terminus was built in the Jamaica Georgian architectural style using brick.

[2] It was constructed on a grand scale, symbolising its importance as the main terminus of the Jamaica railways.

[2] Victorian cast iron brackets support the roof overhang on the trackside.

[1] It provided rail services to Montego Bay, Port Antonio, Ewarton and Frankfield.

In addition to the station and its single platform there were extensive sidings, engine sheds, engine repair works, a roundhouse, a turntable, a traverser and a connection to the nearby railway piers.