Charlton station
Charlton Church Lane
Charlton
Greater London
SE7 7QG
Charlton Station can be found on Charlton Church Lane in Charlton as shown on the map, and is operated by Southeastern.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Charlton Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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Charlton Train Station, located in the Royal Borough of Greenwich, is a vital hub for travelers navigating London and its surrounding areas. Whether you're a daily commuter or a visitor exploring the rich history and vibrant culture of the city, Charlton provides a convenient link to numerous destinations. This station offers an appealing blend of essential amenities and travel options, ensuring a smooth journey each time you visit.
Charlton station is well-equipped to cater to various needs, making your travel experience as comfortable as possible. The ticket office operates Monday to Friday from 06:10 to 19:30, Saturday during the same hours, and on Sunday from 08:30 to 16:00. For those purchasing tickets online, there are accessible ticket machines at the front of the station building to collect them.
Assistance is always within reach at Charlton. Staff help is available during ticket office hours, with customer information provided through screens and announcements. There's a help point for any inquiries, along with the comfort of knowing CCTV cameras are in operation for added security. Accessible toilets, seating areas, and cycle storage are part of the station's thoughtful design, though it's worth noting the absence of waiting rooms and luggage storage facilities.
Once you're at Charlton station, it's easy to transition to your next mode of transport. Whether you're waiting for a rail replacement service at bus stop H (just head over to feast.glitz.puzzle for exact directions) or hopping onto a local bus, the station's connectivity is a notable advantage. If planning your onward journey, you can find more information here.
The station's excellent location makes it a perfect starting point for numerous exciting destinations. Popular routes include traveling to landmarks such as London Bridge and Cannon Street. Explore historic Greenwich or head north to lively areas like St Pancras International. Nearby spots such as Woolwich Arsenal offer additional cultural and leisure opportunities.
Whether you're a seasoned traveler or venturing out for the first time, Charlton train station promises to be a dependable companion in your journey, equipped with the facilities needed to ensure convenience and ease. Serving as a gateway to some of London's most intriguing spots, it's more than just a stop on your route—it's where your adventure begins. Plan your trip, book your tickets, and step into the excitement waiting beyond Charlton station's platforms.
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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 The ticket machine is at the front of the station building | ||||||
| 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 | Step free access is available in parts of this station. Category B1. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Lift access to platform 1 for services to London, ramped access to platform 2 for services away from London.Step free interchange via road is about 220 metres. | ||||||
| Ticket barriers and gates | No | ||||||
| Accessible ticket machines | Yes The ticket machine is at the front of the station building | ||||||
| Induction loop | Yes | ||||||
| Ramp for train access | Yes | ||||||
| Accessible Toilets | Yes | ||||||
| Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Charlton | ||||||
| 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 | None | ||||||
| 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) 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 | Yes Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours |
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| Accessible Toilets | Yes |
| Baby Changing | No |
| Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Charlton |
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| Seating area | Yes |
| 1st Class Lounge | No |
| Refreshment Facilities | Available Coffee kiosk and Selecta vending machines |
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| ATM Machine | No |
| Shops | No |
| Currency Exchange | No |
| Pay Phones | Yes |
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| Public Wi-Fi | No |
| Bicycle Storage | |
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| Spaces | 10 You may leave your cycle in the rack provided however you do so at your own risk. |
| Type of Storage | Stands, |
| Sheltered | Yes |
| CCTV | No |
| Bicycle Hire | |
| Cycle Hire Information | There are no cycle hire facilities at this station |
Bus stop H outside the station (what 3 words: feast.glitz.puzzle) |
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 Dartford | Southeastern | 14:35 | 1 | 14:37 |
| from Luton | Thameslink | 14:34 | 2 | On time |
| from Rainham (Kent) | Thameslink | 14:39 | 1 | On time |
| from London Cannon Street | Southeastern | 14:46 | 2 | On time |
| from London Cannon Street | Southeastern | 14:51 | 1 | On time |
| from London Cannon Street | Southeastern | 14:55 | 2 | On time |
| from Luton | Thameslink | 15:04 | 2 | On time |
| from Dartford | Southeastern | 15:05 | 1 | On time |
| from Rainham (Kent) | Thameslink | 15:09 | 1 | On time |
| from London Cannon Street | Southeastern | 15:16 | - | On time |
| Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| to London Cannon Street | Southeastern | 14:35 | 1 | 14:38 |
| to Rainham (Kent) | Thameslink | 14:35 | 2 | On time |
| to Luton | Thameslink | 14:39 | 1 | On time |
| to Slade Green | Southeastern | 14:47 | 2 | On time |
| to London Cannon Street | Southeastern | 14:52 | 1 | On time |
| to Dartford | Southeastern | 14:55 | 2 | On time |
| to Rainham (Kent) | Thameslink | 15:05 | 2 | On time |
| to London Cannon Street | Southeastern | 15:06 | 1 | On time |
| to Luton | Thameslink | 15:09 | 1 | On time |
| to Slade Green | Southeastern | 15:17 | - | On time |