Bickley station
Southborough Road
Bickley
Greater London
BR1 2EB
Bickley Station can be found on Southborough Road in Bickley as shown on the map, and is operated by Southeastern.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Bickley Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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Nestled in the suburbs of Bromley, Bickley station is a charming and functional stop on your railway journey. Though it might not be the largest on the line, it packs a punch with its essential facilities and well-placed connections enabling exploration of London's highlights and beyond. Whether you're commuting, visiting the capital, or setting off on a leisurely day trip, this station serves as a convenient starting point for all adventures.
Bickley station features a well-equipped ticket office, open from early morning until late evening on weekdays, with more limited hours on weekends. If you're in a hurry, you can grab your tickets from the machines available on-site. The station also supports modern travel solutions with accessible smartcard facilities for swift entry and exit. Importantly, induction loops are installed for those who require auditory assistance.
While the station provides waiting rooms with heating, open only during ticket office hours, it does lack some conveniences, such as toilets and baby changing facilities. However, it compensates with a coffee shop, vending machines for refreshments, and newspapers available for purchase, ensuring you won’t board your train empty-handed.
Accessibility is a consideration at Bickley station, though it's worth noting it falls under Category C, meaning there is no step-free access. Passengers requiring mobility assistance can benefit from available ramps, dedicated help points, and staffed hours that coincide with ticket office operations. Assistance is readily available during these hours, but for the best experience, booking assistance in advance is recommended, ensuring a smooth journey from start to finish. Should staff be unavailable, there's a mobile assistance team to rely on.
Bickley station offers seamless travel connections, with a reliable rail replacement service ready to whisk you to Bromley or towards Orpington and Swanley should the trains face disruption. For those who prefer buses, timetable and route information is readily accessible to facilitate your onward journey. These connections ensure that every step of your travel is as smooth and straightforward as possible.
Bickley is ideally situated for journeys to bustling London hubs and beyond. The station offers efficient travel to several popular destinations. Direct routes to London Victoria mean you're just a short ride away from the vibrant city life, while trips to Bromley South or Orpington cater to those exploring local attractions. For the cultured traveler, consider trains to Denmark Hill or City Thameslink, connecting you with fascinating spots such as the Tate Modern or vibrant Farringdon district.
Whether you're embarking on a daily commute or an adventurous day out, Bickley station offers a reliable mix of services and connections. Its facilities ensure a comfortable waiting experience, while the well-connected transport links offer flexibility for your journey. So, why wait? Consider Bickley station as your starting point and set forth on your next adventure with ease. Purchase your tickets, hop on a train, and relish in the day’s excitement beckoning beyond the platform.
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 booking hall | ||||||
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 | This station has Secure station accreditation - For more information contact 0345 322 7021 | ||||||
Luggage storage | No | ||||||
Lost property | Southeastern Customer Services | ||||||
CCTV at the station | Yes |
Station Accessibility | |||||||
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Step-free access | Category C. This station does not have step free access. Steps to all platforms. | ||||||
Ticket barriers and gates | No | ||||||
Accessible ticket machines | Yes booking hall | ||||||
Induction loop | Yes | ||||||
Ramp for train access | Yes | ||||||
Accessible Toilets | No | ||||||
Waiting rooms |
Heated waiting room on platform 1/2 Only open when staff are in the ticket office | ||||||
Seating area | Yes | ||||||
Wheelchairs available | No | ||||||
Getting to and from the station | |||||||
Accessible taxis here | No | ||||||
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up point | Yes 20 minute bay | ||||||
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 | Assistance navigating through the station and getting on and off trains (by ramp if required although there is no step free access at this station) is available during station staffing hours (see Staff Help available times) . You can now book assistance up to 2 hours before your journey. You can also travel without booking, just make yourself known to staff as far in advance as possible of the train you would like to get - we recommend at least 20 minutes. There are no staff on the trains that call at this station that can assist. The meeting point for assisted travel is the ticket office or you can use the help point.Where staff are not available at the station to assist, we now have a mobile Assistance Team who can be deployed to stations. This can be arranged in advance by booking through Customer Services or by using the Help Point on the station (although inevitably there will be a delay if not booked in advance) - alternatively a taxi can be arranged, at no additional cost, to convey you to the nearest station where you can be assisted further. |
Toilets | No |
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Accessible Toilets | No |
Baby Changing | No |
Waiting rooms |
Heated waiting room on platform 1/2 Only open when staff are in the ticket office | ||||||
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Seating area | Yes | ||||||
1st Class Lounge | No |
Station Car Park | |||||||||||||||||||||
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Operator | APCOA Parking | ||||||||||||||||||||
Car Parking Availability |
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Spaces | 46 | ||||||||||||||||||||
Accessible spaces | 3 | ||||||||||||||||||||
Accessible car park equipment | No | ||||||||||||||||||||
Car park CCTV | Yes | ||||||||||||||||||||
Parking charges |
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Refreshment Facilities | Available Coffee shop and Selecta vending machine |
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ATM Machine | No |
Shops | Available newspapers |
Currency Exchange | No |
Pay Phones | Yes |
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Public Wi-Fi | No |
Bicycle Storage | |
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Spaces | 13 You may leave your cycle in the rack provided however you do so at your own risk. in car park |
Type of Storage | Stands, |
Sheltered | Yes |
CCTV | No |
Bicycle Hire | |
Cycle Hire Information | There are no cycle hire facilities at this station |
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Information to plan your onward journey is available in a printable format here |
Arriving from | Train | Arrival Time | Platform | Status |
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from London Victoria | Southeastern | 00:59 | 2 | On time |
Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
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to Orpington | Southeastern | 01:00 | 2 | On time |