Baldock station
Station Road
Baldock
Hertfordshire
SG7 5BU
Baldock Station can be found on Station Road in Baldock as shown on the map, and is operated by Great Northern.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Baldock Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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Nestled in the charming town of Baldock in Hertfordshire, Baldock Train Station offers a gateway for both daily commuters and leisurely travelers. Whether you’re catching a train to the vibrant heart of London or heading towards the academic city of Cambridge, Baldock Station provides seamless connections to various thrilling destinations.
Baldock Train Station comes with essential amenities to make your journey smooth and comfortable. It has a ticket office operational from early in the morning until early afternoon on weekdays and Saturdays, although it is not open on Sundays. For those who prefer pre-booking tickets online, ticket collection is available through accessible ticket machines designed to cater for Disabled Persons Railcard discounts too.
There are help points scattered across the station for timely assistance, although note that staff are available only during certain hours. Be mindful that the station lacks step-free access, which might be a point to consider for anyone with mobility restrictions. Unfortunately, there are no waiting rooms, refreshments, or luggage storage facilities, so planning ahead is crucial. On the flip side, the station is secured with CCTV for added safety.
Connections from Baldock Train Station extend beyond the railway lines. Though direct rail replacement services are somewhat limited, onward bus journeys can be planned using the Onward Travel Information Map available at the station. While taxis and car hire options are not directly specified, local services are accessible, offering additional travel flexibility upon arrival.
The station connects you to a variety of popular destinations, enriching your travel options with compelling locales. Take a leisurely train journey to experience the bustling buzz at London St Pancras International, or savor the scholarly charm of Cambridge. Journey towards the engaging ambience of Farringdon, or explore the architectural beauty of Letchworth Garden City. Whether it’s the historical allure of London King's Cross or coastal wonders at Brighton, Baldock serves as a convenient starting point.
For those planning a comprehensive itinerary, there are direct links to stations such as Hitchin, Royston, and Stevenage, where further adventures await. Make your rides enjoyable and stress-free with easy access to various stations right from Baldock.
Wander further afield and unlock the surprise of simplicity and efficiency that Baldock Station provides, whether it’s a short trip or a long journey. If you’re currently thinking of purchasing tickets for your travels, trust that Baldock Station is well-equipped to serve as your springboard to an exciting rail adventure.
Ticket Office | |||||||
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Ticket Office Opening hours |
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Ticket machines | Yes | ||||||
Collect tickets bought online | Yes Collect tickets at the ticket machine | ||||||
Accessible ticket machines | Yes All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be. Please check the station map or the 'step free access' section before making your way to the station. | ||||||
Induction loop | Yes | ||||||
Smartcards | |||||||
Smartcards issued at this station | Yes | ||||||
Smartcard validators | Yes |
Information available from staff | Yes - from help point | ||||||
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Customer information | DepartureScreens Announcements | ||||||
Staff help available |
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Customer help points | Yes | ||||||
Customer services notes | Assistance can be provided via the help points, located on the platforms, at all times of the day. | ||||||
Luggage storage | No | ||||||
Lost property | None | ||||||
CCTV at the station | Yes |
Station Accessibility | |||||
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Step-free access | This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. The Assistance Meeting Point is at the front of the station, next to the ticket machines. This station does not have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance. | ||||
Ticket barriers and gates | No | ||||
Accessible ticket machines | Yes All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be. Please check the station map or the 'step free access' section before making your way to the station. | ||||
Induction loop | Yes | ||||
Ramp for train access | No | ||||
Accessible Toilets | No | ||||
Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Baldock | ||||
Seating area | Yes | ||||
Wheelchairs available | No | ||||
Getting to and from the station | |||||
Accessible taxis here | No | ||||
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up point | Yes Yes, but not designated as accessibility. | ||||
Accessible spaces | 3 | ||||
Accessible car park equipment | No | ||||
Staff Help | |||||
Staff help available |
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Customer Help Points and Meeting Point | Yes | ||||
Helpline | If you choose to travel unbooked (turn up and go), when the station is staffed, our station staff can provide assistance getting on and off the train and assistance around the station and to the platform. Please contact a member of staff on arrival. Trains calling at this station do not have on board staff. Alternatively, you can arrange assistance by:
Whether you pre book assistance or travel on a 'turn up and go' basis, we recommend arriving 20 minutes prior to your train departing. This is to allow us to make sure arrangements are in place at your destination, or interchange, station such as the availability of staff and lifts. If there is insufficient time to check these arrangements, we may assist you onto the next available train. For further information on assisted travel please see: |
Toilets | No |
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Accessible Toilets | No |
Baby Changing | No |
Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Baldock |
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Seating area | Yes |
1st Class Lounge | No |
Station Car Park | |||
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Operator | APCOA Parking UK | ||
Car Parking Availability |
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Spaces | 85 | ||
Accessible spaces | 3 | ||
Accessible car park equipment | No | ||
Car park CCTV | No | ||
Parking charges | Free car parking available |
Refreshment Facilities | No |
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ATM Machine | No |
Shops | No |
Currency Exchange | No |
Pay Phones | No |
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Public Wi-Fi | No |
Bicycle Storage | |
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Spaces | 52 Located by the station entrance and car park. Cycles are left at owners risk. Abandoned cycles may be removed. |
Type of Storage | Stands, |
Sheltered | Yes |
CCTV | Yes |
Bicycle Hire | |
Cycle Hire Information | There are no cycle hire facilities at this station |
Please click the link for details regarding the rail replacement bus location. |
Information to plan your onward journey is available in the ‘Onward Travel Information Map’, located in the ‘Maps’ section below. |
Arriving from | Train | Arrival Time | Platform | Status |
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from Royston | Thameslink | 13:16 | 1 | On time |
from London Kings Cross | Great Northern | 13:26 | 2 | On time |
from Brighton | Thameslink | 13:47 | 2 | On time |
from Royston | Great Northern | 13:54 | 1 | On time |
from Royston | Thameslink | 14:16 | 1 | On time |
from London Kings Cross | Great Northern | 14:28 | 2 | On time |
from Brighton | Thameslink | 14:47 | 2 | On time |
from Royston | Great Northern | 14:54 | 1 | On time |
Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
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to Brighton | Thameslink | 13:16 | 1 | On time |
to Royston | Great Northern | 13:26 | 2 | On time |
to Royston | Thameslink | 13:47 | 2 | On time |
to London Kings Cross | Great Northern | 13:54 | 1 | On time |
to Brighton | Thameslink | 14:16 | 1 | On time |
to Royston | Great Northern | 14:28 | 2 | On time |
to Royston | Thameslink | 14:47 | 2 | On time |
to London Kings Cross | Great Northern | 14:54 | 1 | On time |