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About Bishops Stortford (BIS) Train Station

Station managed by: Greater Anglia

Bishops Stortford station
Station Road
Bishops Stortford
Essex
CM23 3BL

Bishops Stortford Station can be found on Station Road in Bishops Stortford as shown on the map, and is operated by Greater Anglia.

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

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Everything you need to know about Bishops Stortford Station

Welcome to Bishops Stortford Train Station

Bishops Stortford, a charming market town located in Hertfordshire, boasts a well-connected train station that serves as a gateway to numerous destinations. Whether you're a daily commuter, a leisure traveler, or simply curious about the amenities offered at the station, Bishops Stortford Station is equipped to meet your needs. Offering seamless connections and a wealth of facilities, this station ensures convenience and comfort for all its travelers.

Station Facilities and Amenities

At Bishops Stortford train station, travelers can expect an array of facilities designed for convenience and accessibility. The ticket office is open from 6 am to 9 pm every day, with extended hours on weekends ensuring flexibility for your travel plans. For those who prefer to self-service, ticket machines and smartcard validators are available, including accessible options with induction loops for those with hearing impairments.

Encompassing step-free access throughout the premises, Bishops Stortford places a significant emphasis on passenger ease. It stands as a Category A station, signifying full accessibility through the Office of Rail and Road classification system. With staff assistance meeting points at the ticket office and help available all week long, the station is committed to providing outstanding support.

Shopping and Other Amenities

The station's amenities extend far beyond travel essentials. A newsagent offers a variety of reading materials and refreshments, along with an ATM located conveniently outside WH Smith. The availability of public Wi-Fi makes staying connected a breeze during wait times. For those on the go, the station boasts bicycle storage with 236 spaces, providing peace of mind for those who cycle to the station.

Connectivity and Transportation

Bishops Stortford Station sits at the heart of a network of travel options, ensuring you can get where you need to be with ease. Convenient bus stops and a taxi rank directly in front of the station provide efficient rail replacements and onward transportation. PlusBus offers further connectivity for bus travel enthusiasts, enhancing the convenience of traveling into and out of the town.

Popular Routes from Bishops Stortford

The station offers a multitude of popular travel routes. Whether traveling to the bustling heart of London on the Trains from Bishops Stortford to London Liverpool Street, or planning a trip to other notable destinations such as Stansted Airport and Cambridge, Bishops Stortford ensures a smooth and direct journey.

Plan your Journey with Confidence

Now that you're well-equipped with knowledge about Bishops Stortford Station, it's time to plan your journey with confidence. The station's comprehensive amenities and smooth transport links make it an ideal starting point for any adventure. Whether you're headed near or far, rest assured that your travel needs will be met with efficiency and care.

Bishops Stortford Station details & facilities

Ticket Office
Ticket Office Opening hours
Monday to Friday: 06:00 to 21:00
Saturday: 06:00 to 21:00
Sunday: 07:00 to 21:00
Ticket machines Yes
Collect tickets bought online Yes

Collect tickets at the ticket machine

Accessible ticket machines Yes
Induction loop Yes
Smartcards
Smartcards issued at this station Yes
Smartcard validators Yes
Information available from staff

Yes - from ticket office

Customer information

DepartureScreens

ArrivalScreens

Staff help available
Monday to Friday: 05:00 to 01:00
Saturday: 05:00 to 01:00
Sunday: 05:00 to 01:00
Customer help points Yes
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 storage No
Lost property

None

CCTV at the station Yes
Station Accessibility
Step-free access

Step free access is available throughout the whole station.

This station has step free access to all platforms. Lifts available.

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

Assistance meeting point is the ticket office

Ticket barriers and gates Yes
Accessible ticket machines Yes
Induction loop Yes
Ramp for train access Yes
Accessible Toilets Yes
Waiting rooms
Monday to Sunday: 06:00 to 21:30
Seating area Yes
Wheelchairs available Yes
Getting to and from the station
Accessible taxis here No
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up point No
Accessible spaces 39
Accessible car park equipment True

None

Staff Help
Staff help available
Monday to Friday: 05:00 to 01:00
Saturday: 05:00 to 01:00
Sunday: 05:00 to 01:00
Customer Help Points and Meeting Point Yes
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.

Toilets Yes

The toilets are located on Platform 1. The accessible (radar key) toilets are located on each platform. Toilets are open during staffing hours only

Accessible Toilets Yes
Baby Changing Yes
Waiting rooms
Monday to Sunday: 06:00 to 21:30
Seating area Yes
1st Class Lounge No
Station Car Park
Operator National Car Parks Ltd
Car Parking Availability
Monday to Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours
Spaces 672
Accessible spaces 39
Accessible car park equipment Yes
Car park CCTV No
Parking charges
Note <p>£13.00 Weekend fare (from 1000 Friday - 0400 Monday) </p><p>£66.00 Flexi ticket</p>
Daily £9.40
Annual £1,606.00
Sunday £6.80
Weekly £38.00
Monthly £160.00
Off_peak £6.60
Per_hour £1.00
Saturday £6.80
Three_monthly £459.00
Premium Bay
Operator National Car Parks Ltd
Car Parking Availability
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours
Spaces 60
Accessible spaces 0
Accessible car park equipment Yes
Car park CCTV No
Parking charges
Annual £2,152.00
Refreshment Facilities Available
ATM Machine Available

Outside WH Smith

Shops Available

Newsagent

Currency Exchange No
Pay Phones Yes
Public Wi-Fi Available
Bicycle Storage
Spaces 236

On station forecourt

Type of Storage Compounds, Stands, Racks,
Sheltered Yes
CCTV Yes
Bicycle Hire
Cycle Hire Information There are no cycle hire facilities at this station

Transport Links to and from Bishops Stortford Station

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

Bus stops outside station on new link road.

in front of station

Bishops Stortford is a PlusBus location click here to see the PlusBus map.

(http://www.plusbus.info/pdfs/PB 624.pdf)

Live Departures and arrivals from Bishops Stortford Station

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

Arriving from Train Arrival Time Platform Status
from Cambridge Greater Anglia 08:14 - Cancelled This train has been cancelled because of a fault with the signalling system
from London Liverpool Street Greater Anglia 08:13 1 On time
from London Liverpool Street Greater Anglia 08:19 1 On time
from Stansted Airport Greater Anglia 08:23 2 On time
from Ely Greater Anglia 08:27 2 On time
from Stratford (London) Greater Anglia 08:31 3 On time
from Stansted Airport Greater Anglia 08:39 2 On time
from London Liverpool Street Greater Anglia 08:46 1 On time
Going to Train Departure Time Platform Status
to London Liverpool Street Greater Anglia 08:14 - Cancelled This train has been cancelled because of a fault with the signalling system
to Cambridge North Greater Anglia 08:16 1 On time
to Stratford (London) Greater Anglia 08:18 3 On time
to Stansted Airport Greater Anglia 08:20 1 On time
to London Liverpool Street Greater Anglia 08:24 2 On time
to London Liverpool Street Greater Anglia 08:28 2 On time
to London Liverpool Street Greater Anglia 08:40 2 On time
to Stratford (London) Greater Anglia 08:43 3 On time
to Cambridge North Greater Anglia 08:47 1 On time