Iver Station, Buckinghamshire

Iver Station is a semi-rural railway station situated in the village of Iver in Buckinghamshire, just outside the boundary of Greater London. It serves as one of the westernmost stops on the Elizabeth Line, providing direct connections to central London, Berkshire, and the City. Despite its relatively modest profile, Iver Station plays a crucial role in bridging the rural outskirts of Buckinghamshire with the metropolis of London.

History and Naming

The station was originally opened by the Great Western Railway (GWR) on 1 December 1924. It was built to cater to the growing residential community of Iver and to support regional transit in the Thames Valley corridor. The station has always been known as “Iver” and derives its name from the surrounding village, whose origins trace back to Anglo-Saxon times.

Over the decades, Iver Station remained relatively unchanged until its incorporation into the newly built Elizabeth Line, part of Transport for London's efforts to improve east-west rail travel across the capital and beyond. The station was officially incorporated into Elizabeth Line services in 2022 following upgrades to accommodate longer trains and modern ticketing systems.

Location and Station Layout

Iver Station is located off Station Approach, near the intersection with Bathurst Walk. The main entrance is at ground level and leads into a modest station building. This building is primarily functional and includes a ticket office, self-service machines, and a small sheltered waiting area. There are no shops or cafés within the station itself, but a few local amenities are accessible nearby in the village.

The station has two platforms connected by a pedestrian footbridge. There are no escalators or lifts, so passengers requiring step-free access should plan accordingly.

Distance from Charing Cross

By road, Iver Station is approximately 21 miles (34 kilometres) west of Charing Cross. Depending on traffic, the drive can take between 45 minutes to over an hour. However, train services to central London are far more efficient and frequently used.

Rail Services at Iver Station

Iver is not part of the London Underground network. It is a National Rail station operated by TfL Rail under the Elizabeth Line branding. While it is not listed among the traditional London Underground Stations, its Elizabeth Line service integrates seamlessly with other lines and allows for easy interchanges.

The station is situated between West Drayton (preceding) and Langley (subsequent) on the Elizabeth Line.

Elizabeth Line Services

The Elizabeth Line provides fast, direct services to both eastern and western terminals:

To Charing Cross Station: There is no direct Elizabeth Line service to Charing Cross. To reach Charing Cross from Iver, one must change at Paddington (Elizabeth Line to Bakerloo Line) and continue to Charing Cross. Total adult fare: £11.80 (single); by Oyster/contactless: £10.50. Estimated travel time: ~55 minutes.

Fun Fact

Despite being a fairly quiet and rural station, Iver Station became a film crew favourite for its vintage railway look before the Elizabeth Line revamp. Its old-style footbridge and platform signage were often used in period dramas and films needing a “classic British rail” aesthetic.

Quick Facts

Iver Station is on the Map of Buckinghamshire Underground


Painting of Iver Station, Buckinghamshire

Painting of Iver Station, Buckinghamshire (View image in full size)

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This page was created on 29 May 2025.

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