King's Cross railway station is a major railway and underground station located in central London, UK. The station is one of the busiest in the country and serves as a gateway to many popular destinations in the north of England and Scotland, including Edinburgh, York, and Newcastle.

The station was first opened in 1852 and has since undergone several renovations and expansions to accommodate the growing number of passengers. The most notable expansion was the construction of the modern King's Cross station which was completed in 2012.

The station features several platforms for long-distance trains and a separate area for the London Underground, which connects King's Cross to other parts of London. The underground station is served by six different lines, including the Piccadilly, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Victoria, and Metropolitan lines.

King's Cross station is also famous for its connection to the Harry Potter series, as it is where the Hogwarts Express departs from platform 9¾. A special platform 9¾ display has been set up at the station, which attracts many visitors and Harry Potter fans.

The station is surrounded by many hotels, restaurants, and shops, including the popular shopping destination, St. Pancras International Station, which is also a major transport hub.