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About Alresford (Essex) (ALR) Train Station

Station managed by: Greater Anglia

Alresford station
Station Road
Alresford
Essex
CO7 8AA

Alresford (Essex) Station can be found on Station Road in Alresford as shown on the map, and is operated by Greater Anglia.

Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Alresford (Essex) Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.

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Everything you need to know about Alresford (Essex) Station

Discovering Alresford (Essex) Train Station

Located in the peaceful borough of Alresford, the Alresford (Essex) train station serves as a gateway to the charming countryside and accessible links into bustling city life. Whether you're commuting to London or planning a countryside escape, this station could be your perfect starting point.

Facilities and Amenities

While Alresford (Essex) train station lacks a dedicated ticket office, there are ticket machines available for both purchase and collection, ensuring a quick and seamless travel experience. It's also noteworthy that smartcard holders can use the validators here. Accessibility has not been overlooked, with induction loops and step-free access being available, making the station navigable for everyone.

For your security and convenience, the station is equipped with CCTV, but you'll need to plan ahead as it lacks amenities such as a waiting room, toilets, or refreshment facilities. However, you can find seating areas and help points on the platform for any immediate assistance.

Travel Connections

Moving beyond the station is effortless thanks to well-placed rail replacement bus services and local bus routes. There are direct buses available that transport you to nearby destinations such as Colchester, Clacton, and Brightlingsea, providing flexible travel for both work and leisure.

Popular Destinations

Whether heading for an urban adventure or a seaside retreat, Alresford (Essex) connects you to a variety of popular destinations. Catch a train to iconic landmarks and bustling districts in London Liverpool Street, Stratford, or Tottenham Court Road. Alternatively, head towards the smaller, quaint towns like Frinton-on-Sea, Walton-on-the-Naze, and Ipswich. These routes ensure that your travel aspirations are well within reach.

Explore Further with Ease

The train station may lack some on-site facilities, but it makes up for this with its robust transport connections ensuring that onward journeys remain uninterrupted, and well-supported by local buses and rail links. Don’t forget to plan your journey in advance to maximize your travel experience.

Wrapping Up Your Alresford (Essex) Experience

In essence, the Alresford (Essex) station offers a key junction in Essex with straightforward options for accessing both the calm and vibrant areas of the UK. As modern rail travel demands efficiency and seamless connections, Alresford (Essex) station brings that right to your doorstep. Planning a trip has never been easier with accurate ticketing and route options readily available online, allowing you to book your journeys with ease.

No matter where your adventure leads, start it right from Alresford and embrace the scenic paths or energetic cityscapes that lie ahead. Safe travels!

Alresford (Essex) Station details & facilities

Ticket Office
Ticket Office Opening hoursThere is no ticket office at Alresford (Essex), but ticket machines are available to collect tickets from.
Ticket machinesYes
Collect tickets bought onlineYes

Collect tickets at the ticket machine

Accessible ticket machinesYes
Induction loopYes
Smartcards
Smartcards issued at this stationNo
Smartcard validatorsYes
Information available from staff

Yes - from help point

Customer information

DepartureScreens

Announcements

Staff help available
Customer help pointsYes
Customer services notes

Monday-Saturday 08:00-20:00Sunday 10:00-20:00Bank Holidays 09:00-18:00

The hours shown are for the Customer Relations team on 0345 600 7245 (option 8).

Closed on Christmas Day and Boxing Day.

Luggage storageNo
Lost property

None

CCTV at the stationYes
Station Accessibility
Step-free access

Step free access is available in parts of this station.

This station has step free access to both platforms from Station Road, with approximately 20 metres between the two entrances which are either side of the level crossing.

This station is a category B1 station according to ORR station classification system. https://www.orr.gov.uk/media/10955

Assistance meeting point is on the platform, next to the yellow boarding ramp.

Ticket barriers and gatesNo
Accessible ticket machinesYes
Induction loopYes
Ramp for train accessYes
Accessible ToiletsNo
Waiting roomsThere is no waiting room office at Alresford (Essex)
Seating areaYes
Wheelchairs availableNo
Getting to and from the station
Accessible taxis hereNo
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up pointNo
Accessible spacesNone
Accessible car park equipmentNo
Staff Help
Staff help available
Customer Help Points and Meeting PointYes
Helpline

We want everyone to travel with confidence. That is why, if you are planning on travelling on national rail services, you can request an assistance booking in advance - now up to 2 hours before your journey is due to start, any time of the day. For more information about Passenger Assist and how to request an assistance booking via Passenger Assist, please click here.

ToiletsNo
Accessible ToiletsNo
Baby ChangingNo
Waiting roomsThere is no waiting room office at Alresford (Essex)
Seating areaYes
1st Class LoungeNo
Refreshment FacilitiesNo
ATM MachineNo
ShopsNo
Currency ExchangeNo
Pay PhonesYes
Public Wi-FiNo
Bicycle Storage
Spaces20

There are five cycle stands on Platform 1 (for trains towards Colchester, Chelmsford, and London), located underneath the footbridge steps. Another five cycle stands are next to the waiting shelter on Platform 2 (for trains towards Clacton and Walton-on-the-Naze).

Type of StorageStands,
ShelteredNo
CCTVNo
Bicycle Hire
Cycle Hire InformationThere are no cycle hire facilities at this station

Transport Links to and from Alresford (Essex) Station

All you need to know about Alresford (Essex)'s links with other modes of transport, including local bus services, taxis, care hire & more

Rail replacement bus services pick up and drop off on Station Road, either side of the level crossing.

Local Buses to Colchester, Clacton and Brightlingsea

Live Departures and arrivals from Alresford (Essex) Station

Want to check the latest departures and arrivals into Alresford (Essex) station? Find live information for the next trains departing and arriving at the station below.