King George station
| Company type | SkyTrain station |
|---|---|
| Industry | Public transportation |
| Founded | 1994 |
| Headquarters | Surrey, British Columbia , Canada |
Area served | Metro Vancouver |
| Products | Rapid transit services (Expo Line) |
King George is an elevated SkyTrain station situated on the Expo Line within Metro Vancouver's rapid transit network. Positioned in the southern sector of Surrey City Centre, Surrey, British Columbia, it functions as one of the Expo Line's terminal points for outbound travel, alongside Production Way–University station. The station is located on King George Boulevard at Holland Commons, just to the north of Fraser Highway.
The station lies within easy walking distance of both Holland Park and Surrey Memorial Hospital, making it a central hub for transit-oriented development initiatives. A significant example is the ongoing King George Hub mixed-use development, which has replaced the former park and ride lot, signaling a deliberate move toward increased commercial and residential density near the transit facility.
History
King George station commenced operations in 1994 as part of the Expo Line’s second phase extension into Surrey, opening simultaneously with Gateway and Surrey Central stations. Its name derives from nearby King George Boulevard, which honors King George VI following his 1939 visit to Surrey.
Since its inauguration, King George has consistently served as the outbound terminus for the Expo Line. The rail tracks extend approximately one block beyond the station to facilitate train storage and track switching operations. Future plans include extending the line further into Surrey along Fraser Highway.
In 2022, approval was granted for a 16-kilometer extension of the Expo Line from King George to Langley City, with construction slated to begin in 2024 and conclude by 2029. This expansion aims to improve transit services within the rapidly developing Surrey-Langley corridor.
From April 27 to June 9, 2024, King George station underwent a temporary closure to allow for essential track maintenance. This work included replacing two track switches and a segment of third rail between King George and Surrey Central stations. Additionally, platform upgrades were implemented to support the introduction of new Alstom Mark V trainsets.
Entrances
- East entrance: accessible via Whalley Boulevard, featuring a designated area for passenger drop-off. Bus services from this entrance connect to Fleetwood, Langley, and White Rock.
- West entrance: situated on King George Boulevard, providing access to bus routes serving Guildford, Newton, North Delta, and White Rock.
Transit connections
King George station serves as a vital node within the TransLink system, linking numerous bus routes that serve Delta, Langley, Surrey, and White Rock.
As of 2024, these routes operate at King George station:
| Bay | Location | Routes |
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| 1 | King George Boulevard Southbound |
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| 2 | King George Boulevard Northbound |
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| 4 | King George Boulevard Northbound |
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| 5 | King George Boulevard Southbound |
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