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About Chichester (CCH) Train Station

Station managed by: Southern

Chichester station
Southgate
Chichester
West Sussex
PO19 8DL

Chichester Station can be found on Southgate in Chichester as shown on the map, and is operated by Southern.

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

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Everything you need to know about Chichester Station

Welcome to Chichester Train Station

Set in the picturesque county of West Sussex, Chichester train station serves as a gateway not only to the historic city itself but also to the broader region. Whether you're a frequent commuter, a keen historian, or someone simply keen on exploring, Chichester offers a seamless blend of functionality and charm.

Facilities and Amenities

Chichester Station offers comprehensive amenities to ensure that your travel is as smooth as possible. The ticket office is open from early morning until late night, ensuring you can buy and collect tickets at your convenience. There are also accessible ticket machines equipped to offer discounts for those with a Disabled Persons Railcard. Moreover, smartcard facilities are available, simplifying the purchase and validation process.

If assistance is required, you can take comfort in knowing that help is on hand, be it via staff at the help point or the ticket office. For those with reduced mobility, the station offers step-free access to all platforms, making it an accessible Category A station. While the station does not boast a dedicated waiting room, a seating area is available, allowing you to wait for your train comfortably.

Transport Links and Connectivity

Chichester is well-connected by various modes of transport. Taxis are conveniently located right outside the station, offering an easy mode of travel for those carrying heavy luggage or preferring door-to-door service. Local buses also serve the station area, bridging the gap between train travel and onward journeys.

Also, don't forget to check the potential for rail replacement services when planning your journey. The city is also within reach of various surrounding locales and attractions, both coastal and inland. Whether you're heading to the vibrant city life in Brighton, the naval history of Portsmouth and Southsea, or the bustling metropolis of London Victoria, Chichester serves as an ideal departure point.

Popular Routes

For those looking to explore popular destinations, frequent train services from Chichester can take you to numerous locations. Consider hopping on a train to revel in the seaside charm of Brighton or perhaps the cultural vibrance of London Blackfriars. Visits to Portsmouth and Southsea offer delightful maritime heritage adventures. Or maybe you'd prefer exploring nearby towns such as Bognor Regis and Havant.

And for travelers heading further afield or on business trips, Chichester connects conveniently to Gatwick Airport, ensuring that your travel plans are hassle-free.

Experience Chichester

Beyond the train station, Chichester itself is steeped in history, culture, and scenic beauty. From the stunning architecture of Chichester Cathedral to the engaging exhibits at the Novium Museum, this city boasts a rich tapestry of sights. And for those who love the outdoors, the nearby South Downs offers breathtaking landscapes perfect for walking and biking enthusiasts.

Final Thoughts

In essence, Chichester train station not only provides an efficient travel experience but also embellishes your journey with a touch of local charm. With a spectrum of transport options and destination choices, it's no wonder this station remains popular with travelers. So, why not plan a trip today? Whether you're indulging in leisure or embarking on an adventure, Chichester is waiting to be your starting point!

Chichester Station details & facilities

Ticket Office
Ticket Office Opening hours
Monday to Friday: 05:20 to 22:45
Saturday: 05:20 to 22:45
Sunday: 06:50 to 21:45
Ticket machines Yes
Collect tickets bought online Yes

Collect tickets at the ticket machine

Accessible ticket machines Yes

All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts.

Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be. Please check the station map or the 'step free access' section before making your way to the station.

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

Yes - from help point

Yes - from ticket office

Customer information

DepartureScreens

Announcements

Staff help available
Customer help points Yes
Customer services notes None
Luggage storage No
Lost property

Southern

CCTV at the station Yes
Station Accessibility
Step-free access

Step free access is available throughout the whole station.

This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms.

The Assistance Meeting Point is by the Ticket Office.

Ticket barriers and gates Yes
Accessible ticket machines Yes

All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts.

Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be. Please check the station map or the 'step free access' section before making your way to the station.

Induction loop Yes
Ramp for train access Yes

A staff-operated ramp is required for step-free access between train and platform at this station. Station staff are usually available between the first and last trains of the day.

Alternatively, you can also arrange assistance by:

  • Pressing the “emergency & assisted travel” button on a station Help Point
  • Calling our freephone number: 0800 138 1016
  • Textphone: 0800 138 1018

Accessible Toilets No
Waiting rooms There is no waiting room office at Chichester
Seating area Yes
Wheelchairs available Yes
Getting to and from the station
Accessible taxis here Yes
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up point Yes

Located at the front of the station and car park.

Accessible spaces 6
Accessible car park equipment No
Staff Help
Staff help available
Customer Help Points and Meeting Point Yes
Helpline

Assistance can be pre booked up to two hours before departure by contacting Assisted Travel.

If you choose to travel unbooked (turn up and go), when the station is staffed, our station staff can provide assistance getting on and off the train and assistance around the station and to the platform. Please contact a member of staff on arrival.

Most trains at this station have on board staff who are trained to step onto the platform when the train arrives so they can provide assistance on and off the train. You can also arrange assistance by:

  • Pressing the “emergency & assisted travel” button on a station Help Point
  • Calling our Assisted Travel team on: 0800 138 1016
  • Texting us on: 0800 138 1018

Whether you pre book assistance or travel on a 'turn up and go' basis, we recommend arriving 20 minutes prior to your train departing. This is to allow us to make sure arrangements are in place at your destination, or interchange, station such as the availability of staff and lifts. If there is insufficient time to check these arrangements, we may assist you onto the next available train.

For further information on assisted travel please see:

Accessibility at the station - Southern.

Toilets Yes
Accessible Toilets No
Baby Changing No
Waiting rooms There is no waiting room office at Chichester
Seating area Yes
1st Class Lounge No
Station Car Park
Operator APCOA Parking UK
Car Parking Availability
Monday to Sunday: Open 24 hours
Spaces 202
Accessible spaces 6
Accessible car park equipment No
Car park CCTV No
Parking charges Free car parking available
Refreshment Facilities Available
ATM Machine Available

Located by the ticket office

Shops No
Currency Exchange No
Pay Phones Yes
Public Wi-Fi No
Bicycle Storage
Spaces 180

Located outside both station entrances.

Cycles are left at owners risk. Abandoned cycles may be removed.

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

Transport Links to and from Chichester Station

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

Please click the link for details regarding the rail replacement bus location.

Taxi rank is located at the front of the station.

Information to plan your onward journey is available in the “Onward Travel Information Map” below.

Live Departures and arrivals from Chichester Station

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

Arriving from Train Arrival Time Platform Status
from Brighton Southern 07:14 2 On time
from Southampton Central Southern 07:15 1 On time
from Brighton Southern 07:25 2 On time
from Brighton Southern 07:34 2 On time
from Southampton Central Southern 07:35 1 On time
from London Victoria Southern 07:40 2 On time
from Portsmouth Harbour Southern 07:44 1 On time
from Littlehampton Southern 07:46 2 On time
Going to Train Departure Time Platform Status
to Brighton Southern 07:15 1 On time
to Portsmouth & Southsea Southern 07:26 2 On time
to Brighton Southern 07:33 1 On time
to Southampton Central Southern 07:35 2 On time
to London Victoria Southern 07:37 1 On time
to Portsmouth Harbour Southern 07:41 2 On time
to Brighton Southern 07:44 1 On time
to Littlehampton Southern 08:03 1 On time