The Platform 9 and 3/4 Barrier
Events [4]
Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone [B1]
The Journey from Platform Nine and Three-Quarters [B1-C6]
90-91
The Barrier Between Platforms Is the Key to Harry’s Next Step
The Dursleys drive Harry to King's Cross but mockingly leave him at the station without helping him figure out how to get to Platform Nine and Three-Quarters. Vernon Dursley smugly comments on the platform's supposed non-existence before they drive off, laughing.
The Dursleys drive Harry to King's Cross but mockingly leave him at the station without helping him figure out how to get to Platform Nine and Three-Quarters. Vernon Dursley smugly comments on the platform's supposed non-existence before they drive off, laughing.
91-93
The Magical Barrier Allows Wizards to Access Their Train
Harry, confused about how to reach Platform Nine and Three-Quarters, overhears the Weasleys talking about the platform. He nervously asks Molly Weasley for help, and she kindly explains how to reach the platform.
Harry, confused about how to reach Platform Nine and Three-Quarters, overhears the Weasleys talking about the platform. He nervously asks Molly Weasley for help, and she kindly explains how to reach the platform.
93-94
The Magical Barrier Allows Wizards to Secretly Board the Hogwarts Express
Following Molly Weasley's instructions, Harry successfully passes through the magical barrier onto Platform Nine and Three-Quarters. He is amazed to find the Hogwarts Express waiting for him and sees students bustling around the platform with pets and trunks.
Following Molly Weasley's instructions, Harry successfully passes through the magical barrier onto Platform Nine and Three-Quarters. He is amazed to find the Hogwarts Express waiting for him and sees students bustling around the platform with pets and trunks.
96-97
The Platform Becomes The Context For Fred Mentioning Harry
Fred and George enthusiastically reveal to their mother and siblings that they’ve met Harry Potter on the train. Ginny is particularly excited, showing curiosity about Harry, while Mrs. Weasley warns against prying.
Fred and George enthusiastically reveal to their mother and siblings that they’ve met Harry Potter on the train. Ginny is particularly excited, showing curiosity about Harry, while Mrs. Weasley warns against prying.
