CountryLink road coach services operate to various destinations from the bus station in Railway Parade.

Seaford is located at the southern end of the Station Street level crossing, with station access from Railway Parade and Station Street.

Kogarah Town Centre is a shopping centre on Railway Parade.

The trail then runs along Railway Parade until it crosses the railway track opposite Elsa Court.

Yarraman is located between Railway Parade and Hanna Street, with station access from both via the station's footbridge at the Dandenong end of the station.

Lift access is provided for the eastern side to Railway Parade, the western side to Railway Street and to the railway platforms.

The area bounded by Railway Parade and Spencer Street has undergone significant change since 2000.

Burwood Plaza is a smaller shopping centre on Railway Parade, south of the railway line.

Westacott Cottage on Railway Parade is the site of the Fairfield City Arts and Crafts Centre.

Allawah's main shopping centre is located on Railway Parade, beside Allawah railway station.