Cantley station
Station Road
Cantley
Norfolk
NR13 3SQ
Cantley Station can be found on Station Road in Cantley as shown on the map, and is operated by Greater Anglia.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Cantley Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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Nestled in the picturesque east of England, Cantley train station serves as a quaint yet functional rail waypoint on your journey through the Norfolk Broads. While small, the station provides the essential services needed for a smooth travel experience, connecting you seamlessly to the charming landscapes and bustling cities of East Anglia.
Despite lacking a formal ticket office, Cantley station is well-equipped with ticket machines that cater to both regular and accessible customers. You can effortlessly collect your tickets bought online at these machines. Additionally, the station is fitted with an induction loop for the hearing impaired, making it more inclusive for travelers with specific needs.
Although there are no waiting rooms or lounges at Cantley, there is available seating. The station's step-free access is rated as category B1, ensuring relatively easy mobility for individuals with physical challenges. When assistance is needed, help points and a customer service helpline are available to support travelers from 8 AM to 8 PM, Monday through Sunday.
Upon arriving at Cantley, you'll find essential transport links to continue your journey. Recognizing the rural charm of the area, rail replacement services via mini-buses provide an alternative when train services face disruptions. These mini-buses are strategically stationed for pick up and drop off near the Sugar Beet factory exit on Station Road, ensuring your travel remains uninterrupted.
Whether you are a local venturing out for a day or a visitor exploring the scenic routes, Cantley station serves as your gateway to numerous destinations. Experience the vibrant city life with trains from Cantley to Norwich, or enjoy coastal excursions with trips to Great Yarmouth and Lowestoft. For longer journeys, services head to big-name cities and airports, including London Liverpool Street and Stansted Airport, connecting you to even broader adventures.
While Cantley may appear to be a modest station, it plays an integral role in the broader network of East Anglia's rail services. Its offerings, from accessible ticket machines to essential transport links, ensure that travel is both convenient and comprehensive. Whether you're catching a local train or plotting a route across the country, Cantley station aids in making your rail experience seamless and enjoyable. As you plan your travels, consider purchasing tickets in advance for a hassle-free journey from this quaint Norfolk stop.
Ticket Office | |
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Ticket Office Opening hours | There is no ticket office at Cantley, but ticket machines are available to collect tickets from. |
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 | No |
Smartcard validators | No |
Information available from staff | Yes - from help point |
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Customer information | DepartureScreens |
Staff help available | |
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 | |
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Step-free access | Step free access is available in parts of this station. This station has step free access to both platforms from Station Road, with approximately 30-40 metres between the two entrances. This station is a category B1 station according to ORR station classification system. https://www.orr.gov.uk/media/10955 Assistance meeting point is on the platform. |
Ticket barriers and gates | No |
Accessible ticket machines | Yes |
Induction loop | Yes |
Ramp for train access | Yes |
Accessible Toilets | No |
Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Cantley |
Seating area | Yes |
Wheelchairs available | No |
Getting to and from the station | |
Accessible taxis here | No |
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up point | No |
Accessible spaces | 1 |
Accessible car park equipment | True None |
Staff Help | |
Staff help available | |
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 | No |
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Accessible Toilets | No |
Baby Changing | No |
Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Cantley |
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Seating area | Yes |
1st Class Lounge | No |
Station Car Park | |||||||
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Operator | Greater Anglia | ||||||
Car Parking Availability |
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Spaces | 2 | ||||||
Accessible spaces | 1 | ||||||
Accessible car park equipment | Yes | ||||||
Car park CCTV | No | ||||||
Parking charges |
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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 | 8 There are two cycle stands on Platform 1 (for trains towards Norwich), one either side of The Rose of Cantley station boat, and two cycle stands on Platform 2 (for trains towards Great Yarmouth and Lowestoft), located next to the former station building and canopy. |
Type of Storage | Stands, |
Sheltered | No |
CCTV | No |
Bicycle Hire | |
Cycle Hire Information | There are no cycle hire facilities at this station |
Rail replacement bus services pick up and drop off just prior to the Sugar Beet factory exit on Station Road. Please note that due to access restrictions, this station can only be served by mini-bus. |
Arriving from | Train | Arrival Time | Platform | Status |
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from Norwich | Greater Anglia | 07:51 | 2 | On time |
from Lowestoft | Greater Anglia | 08:00 | 1 | On time |
from Norwich | Greater Anglia | 08:11 | 2 | On time |
from Lowestoft | Greater Anglia | 08:14 | 1 | On time |
from Lowestoft | Greater Anglia | 09:17 | 1 | On time |
Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
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to Great Yarmouth | Greater Anglia | 07:51 | 2 | On time |
to Norwich | Greater Anglia | 08:00 | 1 | On time |
to Lowestoft | Greater Anglia | 08:11 | 2 | On time |
to Norwich | Greater Anglia | 08:14 | 1 | On time |
to Norwich | Greater Anglia | 09:17 | 1 | On time |