List of busiest railway stations in Great Britain (2019–20)
This is a list of the busiest railway stations in Great Britain based on passenger entries and exits during the financial year 2019–20. Data is sourced from the Office of Rail and Road (ORR), the official regulator for Britain's railways. The figures represent the total number of passengers using each station for any journey start or end, including season ticket holders.
It's important to note that the 2019–20 period was partially affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly towards the end of the financial year (March 2020), which led to a decline in overall passenger numbers. Therefore, these figures may not be representative of typical ridership patterns pre-pandemic. Later datasets, such as those for 2020-21 and beyond, will reflect the significant impact of the pandemic and subsequent recovery.
The ORR publishes passenger usage statistics annually, providing a valuable indicator of station importance and network demand. These statistics are used by rail operators, local authorities, and other stakeholders for planning, investment, and resource allocation. The rankings often reflect the importance of stations as transport hubs within major cities, commuter routes, and interchange points. Stations in London typically dominate the top positions due to the city's size, density, and extensive rail network.