Clayton

Station information
Code	CLA
Distance from Flinders St	19.2 km
Line	Cranbourne, Pakenham
Number of platforms	2
Number of tracks	2
Station status	Premium station
Station facilities, connecting transport and timetables	Link
Melway map of station	Link
Google map of station	Not available
Zone location	2

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Clayton is classed as a Premium Station. A premium station is a railway station in Melbournes Metlink system that has: staff from first to last train who will sell you all ticket types and concession cards an enclosed waiting area open toilet facilities electronic, up-to-the-minute next train information The five City Loop stations...

Location

The station is located at the eastern end of the Clayton Road level crossing. Shops are located near the station.

Facilities

The station consists of two side platforms. Platform 1 contains a large weatherboard building with an enclosed waiting room and a ticket office inside, while platform 2 contains a small weatherboard building. A large Metcard machine is located inside the waiting room, which is able to dispense most ticketing options available and also accept notes and coins. A small Metcard machine is located at the entrance to platform 2. Metcard is the ticket used to access public transport in Melbourne, Australia (under the moniker Metlink). It is a universal ticket which allows commuters to ride on the citys trains, trams, and buses. ...

Both platforms can be accessed via Clayton Road.

History

Clayton station originally opened on Tuesday, 6th January 1880 as Claytons Road. It was later renamed to Clayton in 1891. 1880 (MDCCCLXXX) was a leap year starting on Thursday (see link for calendar). ... Year 1891 (MDCCCXCI) was a common year starting on Thursday (link will display the full calendar). ...