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About Ben Rhydding (BEY) Train Station

Station managed by: Northern

Ben Rhydding station
Station Approach
Ben Rhydding
West Yorkshire
LS29 8ET

Ben Rhydding Station can be found on Station Approach in Ben Rhydding as shown on the map, and is operated by Northern.

Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Ben Rhydding Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.

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Everything you need to know about Ben Rhydding Station

Discovering Ben Rhydding Train Station

Located in the charming Ilkley area, Ben Rhydding Train Station is a small yet essential hub for travelers within the United Kingdom. Whether you're a local or a visitor keen on exploring Yorkshire’s natural beauty, this station serves as a perfect gateway to your adventures.

Facilities and Amenities at Ben Rhydding

Ben Rhydding Station simplifies travel with its efficient ticket purchasing system via available ticket machines. While there is no physical ticket office, travelers can collect tickets bought online from these machines—albeit without accessible options for those requiring assistance. For those with hearing aids, an induction loop is in place, ensuring important announcements are not missed. However, the station lacks many other facilities such as waiting rooms, seating areas, accessible toilets, or refreshment amenities. Additionally, while there is CCTV coverage offering a sense of security, there is no lost property office or customer help point available.

Transportation Links: More Than Just Trains

Despite its limited on-site amenities, Ben Rhydding is conveniently connected to various transport modes. Bus enthusiasts can access the adjacent bus services, with details downloadable here. Taxis can be booked through regional services, enhancing travel flexibility for distant journeys. For those planning a seamless switch, the closest integration with rail services includes replacement service stops nearby, easing transitions during times of disruption.

Popular Destinations Awaiting Your Arrival

The station is a fantastic launching pad to numerous destinations. Interested in urban explorations? Catch a train to vibrant Leeds or historic York. For a more local experience, consider visiting nearby Ilkley or the cultural venue of Saltaire. The station also facilitates connections to larger cities, with direct trains to London Kings Cross or Manchester Piccadilly, offering endless opportunities for both leisure and business travelers.

Accessibility and Ease for All Travelers

The station's step-free access makes traveling easier, though it’s just partial and may involve a fairly steep ramp or a street route that can be equally challenging. It’s a Category B station, which means it is moderately accessible. Passengers needing assistance can benefit from the conductor's help on board trains. Though the station lacks dedicated mobility equipment or accessible taxis, the staff and infrastructure strive to meet diverse needs.

Making Your Journey Seamless

Ben Rhydding Train Station, though minimal in some respects, maximizes its efficient transport links and strategic location, padding your travel with serene landscapes. Whether you're visiting Leeds, Bradford, or beyond, your journey is enhanced by the simple, straightforward travel solutions offered here. Rail travel from Ben Rhydding could be your ticket to exploring some of the UK's most beloved scenery and cities—step aboard, and let the adventure begin.

Ben Rhydding Station details & facilities

Ticket Office
Ticket Office Opening hoursThere is no ticket office at Ben Rhydding, but ticket machines are available to collect tickets from.
Ticket machinesYes
Collect tickets bought onlineYes

Collect tickets at the ticket machine

Accessible ticket machinesNo
Induction loopYes
Smartcards
Smartcards issued at this stationYes
Smartcard validatorsYes
Information available from staff

If the station is not staffed please use our helpline 08002006060

Customer information

DepartureScreens

Announcements

Staff help availableThere is no staff help available at Ben Rhydding
Customer help pointsNo
Customer services notes

08002006060

Luggage storageNo
Lost property
Monday to Sunday:07:00 to 22:00

None

CCTV at the stationYes
Station Accessibility
Step-free access

Step free access is available in parts of this station.

  • Category B Station

partial step free access. Step-free access to Platform 1 (for trains to Ilkley) via short ramp from car park.Step-free access to Platform 2 (for trains to Bradford/Leeds) via fairly steep ramp from side entrance. 600m step-free route between platforms via street (600m), steep in places.

To find our more about travelling around this station, please see the 360 map click here

Ticket barriers and gatesNo
Accessible ticket machinesNo
Induction loopYes
Ramp for train accessYes
Accessible ToiletsNo
Waiting roomsThere is no waiting room office at Ben Rhydding
Seating areaNo
Wheelchairs availableNo
Getting to and from the station
Accessible taxis hereNo
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up pointYes

No designated area is provided. The station front may be used for set down purposes.

Accessible spacesNone
Accessible car park equipmentTrue

None

Staff Help
Staff help availableThere is no staff help available at Ben Rhydding
Customer Help Points and Meeting PointNo
Helpline

Assistance is provided by the conductor at this station, please wait on the platform for the train to arrive.

We can also provide help when you travel, even if it has not been booked in advance. You can turn up at this station if it is accessible to you and request assistance onto a train from a member of staff directly, or by using a help point. Boarding ramps are carried on all of our trains.

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 Ben Rhydding
Seating areaNo
1st Class LoungeNo
Station Car Park
OperatorNorthern
Car Parking Availability
Monday to Friday:Open 24 hours
Saturday:Open 24 hours
Sunday:Open 24 hours
Spaces22
Accessible spaces0
Accessible car park equipmentYes
Car park CCTVNo
Parking charges
FreeTrue
Refreshment FacilitiesNo
ATM MachineNo
ShopsNo
Currency ExchangeNo
Pay PhonesNo
Public Wi-FiNo
Bicycle Storage
Spaces10
Type of StorageStands,
ShelteredNo
CCTVYes
Bicycle Hire
Cycle Hire Information

Available

Not available at this station.

Transport Links to and from Ben Rhydding Station

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

Pick Up / Drop Off at the service bus stops (14133/4) on Valley Drive at the junction with Craigmore Drive.

Information to plan your onward journey is available in a printable format here

WYPTE 0113 245 7676

Available

Not available at this station.

Live Departures and arrivals from Ben Rhydding Station

Want to check the latest departures and arrivals into Ben Rhydding station? Find live information for the next trains departing and arriving at the station below.

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