It is 2+1⁄4 miles (3.6 km) north east of Canterbury West, and lies either side of a level crossing.

[3] The unusual layout of the station has caused problems, as there is no direct pedestrian access between the two platforms.

In 2020, a man was fined for trespassing by Network Rail when he jumped the level crossing barriers in order to make a train connection.

The typical off-peak service in trains per hour is:[9] Additional services, including trains to and from London Cannon Street and London St Pancras International call at the station during the peak hours.

Citations Sources Other alternative routes from London to Dartford via Sidcup and via Bexleyheath.