 Its name is similar to the pre-1908 name for the different Ngaio station, Crofton.Electric multiple unit trains are operated by Transdev under the Metlink brand through this station in both directions to Johnsonville (to the north) and Wellington (to the south).The station is one of four stations on the line located on a curve; before arrival at the Crofton Downs or Awarua Street stations, the onboard announcement adds "Please mind the gap when exiting the train".