It is situated on the Chase Line, part of the former Grand Junction Railway which opened in 1837.

Aston Villa's former CEO, Bruce Langham, said that the former West Midlands Passenger Transport Executive (Centro) were amenable to the idea as long as it is done at the expense of the club.

Waiting accommodation is provided in the brick buildings on both platforms, whilst train running information is given via timetable posters, CIS screens, help points and automatic announcements.

Extra services are run before and after matches or events at Villa Park on matchdays and event days with services northbound to Rugeley Trent Valley and shuttles operated by Class 323s to/from Birmingham New Street.

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