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About Butlers Lane (BUL) Train Station

Station managed by: West Midlands Railway

Butlers Lane station
Butlers Lane
Four Oaks
West Midlands
B74 4RT

Butlers Lane Station can be found on Butlers Lane in Four Oaks as shown on the map, and is operated by West Midlands Railway.

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

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Everything you need to know about Butlers Lane Station

Discovering Butlers Lane Train Station

In the heart of Sutton Coldfield, Butlers Lane train station serves as a humble gateway for commuters and travelers alike, looking to explore or connect with the bustling cities and serene neighborhoods of the United Kingdom. Whether you're a daily commuter heading to work or an adventurous soul seeking new destinations, Butlers Lane offers a straightforward and inviting start to your journey.

Facilities at Butlers Lane

Butlers Lane is a modest station that ensures essential services are available for travelers. While it does have ticket machines for purchasing or collecting online tickets, it lacks some modern amenities like accessible ticket machines and smartcard validation. Fortunately, there are staff members present during specific hours, notably on Fridays and weekends, to assist with journey planning and passenger needs. The station even prides itself on its Secure Station accreditation, ensuring safety and peace of mind for all passengers.

Amenities and Accessibility

While the station doesn’t boast conveniences like refreshment facilities or accessible toilets, it offers basic seating and a waiting area. Travelers intending to cycle have a few bike stands at their disposal. In terms of accessibility, Butlers Lane is classified as a Category C station, indicating that step-free access is not available throughout. Travelers in need of assistance should make themselves known to conductors in advance for easier boarding.

Seamless Travel Connections

Although facilities such as car parking, shops, or ATMs are unavailable, Butlers Lane does offer robust connections to surrounding areas through different modes of transport. Rail replacement services are conveniently located on Lichfield Road, and taxis can be easily snagged with a quick call — Sutton Radio and Parkers are just a couple of options available. For those looking to continue their journey via bus, details are readily accessible online in printable formats for ease of planning.

Your Next Destination Awaits

If you're ready to explore beyond Sutton Coldfield, Butlers Lane provides excellent access to popular places. You can hop on a train to nearby destinations like Birmingham New Street or Sutton Coldfield, or venture further afield to London Euston or University Birmingham. These connections make it a practical starting point for a wide array of adventures.

So, whether you're setting off for work or pleasure, Butlers Lane provides a reliable stepping stone to your next meeting or exploration. With good travel connections and essential amenities, it awaits to be part of your journey. And remember — your next exciting discovery could be just one train ticket away!

Butlers Lane Station details & facilities

Ticket Office
Ticket Office Opening hours
Monday:07:00 to 13:00 15:00 to 17:00
Tuesday:07:00 to 13:00
Friday:07:00 to 21:00
Saturday:08:00 to 19:00
Sunday:11:00 to 15:00
Ticket machinesYes
Collect tickets bought onlineYes

Collect tickets at the ticket machine

Accessible ticket machinesNo
Induction loopYes
Smartcards
Smartcards issued at this stationNo
Smartcard validatorsNo
Information available from staff

Yes - from help point

Yes - from ticket office

Customer information

DepartureScreens

Announcements

Staff help available
Monday:07:00 to 13:00 15:00 to 17:00
Tuesday:07:00 to 13:00
Friday:07:00 to 21:00
Saturday:08:00 to 19:00
Sunday:11:00 to 15:00
Customer help pointsYes
Customer services notes

Please contact our Contact Centre team on: 0333 311 0039. Who are open during the following times:

Monday to Friday: 07:00 - 19:00 Saturday and Sunday: 08:00 - 16:00 Bank Holidays: 08:00 - 16:00 except Christmas Day and Boxing Day.

**Butlers Lane is acredited by the Secure Station Scheme**

Luggage storageNo
Lost property

None

CCTV at the stationNo
Station Accessibility
Step-free access

Step free access is available in parts of this station.

This station has been classified as a step-free access category C station. This means that this station does not have step-free access to any platform. More information on the step-free classification system can be found at https://www.orr.gov.uk/media/10955

The assistance meeting point is at the ticket office during 'staff help available opening times'  When station staff aren't available, the assistance meeting point is on the platform where your service is due to depart.  Our on-board conductors will help you onto the train, so please make sure you attract their attention as the train comes to a stop on the platform.

Ticket barriers and gatesNo
Accessible ticket machinesNo
Induction loopYes
Ramp for train accessYes
Accessible ToiletsNo
Waiting rooms
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
Monday:07:00 to 13:00 15:00 to 17:00
Monday:07:00 to 13:00 15:00 to 17:00
Tuesday:07:00 to 13:00
Friday:07:00 to 21:00
Saturday:08:00 to 19:00
Sunday:11:00 to 15:00
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 rooms
Seating areaYes
1st Class LoungeNo
Refreshment FacilitiesNo
ATM MachineNo
ShopsNo
Currency ExchangeNo
Pay PhonesYes
Public Wi-FiNo
Bicycle Storage
Spaces4
Type of StorageStands,
ShelteredNo
CCTVYes
Bicycle Hire
Cycle Hire InformationThere are no cycle hire facilities at this station

Transport Links to and from Butlers Lane Station

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

Rail replacement vehicles will operate from the public service bus stops on A5127 Lichfield Road, outside The Butlers Arms.

Please check your destination before boarding.

Please click here for walking directions from the station to the rail replacement bus stop.

Sutton Radio 0121 311 1113 Parkers 0121 355 6969

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

Live Departures and arrivals from Butlers Lane Station

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