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About Coulsdon South (CDS) Train Station

Station managed by: Southern

Coulsdon South station
Brighton Road
Coulsdon
London
CR5 3EA

Coulsdon South Station can be found on Brighton Road in Coulsdon as shown on the map, and is operated by Southern.

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

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Everything you need to know about Coulsdon South Station

Coulsdon South: Your Gateway to Convenient Travel

Nestled in the suburban charm of South London, Coulsdon South Station serves as a vital hub connecting the local community to the bustling heart of the city and beyond. Whether you're commuting daily or planning an occasional trip, understanding the station's facilities can transform your travel experience from mundane to delightfully efficient. At Coulsdon South, every detail is thoughtfully arranged, allowing travelers to move smoothly and comfortably from one part of their journey to the next.

Facilities and Amenities

Coulsdon South Station is equipped with a variety of facilities to make your journey comfortable and hassle-free. With a well-stocked ticket office open from early morning until late evening, purchasing and collecting tickets becomes a breeze. In addition to manned ticket windows, multiple ticket machines are available to cater to those in a rush or preferring self-service options. These machines are also accessible for everyone, including features that accommodate Disabled Persons Railcard discounts.

The station prides itself on its commitment to accessibility. Lifts provide step-free access to all platforms, ensuring that everyone, irrespective of their mobility needs, can enjoy easy navigation across the station. Staff are present to provide assistance from early morning until late into the night. Meanwhile, customer help points are strategically located on platforms, offering timely assistance at all hours.

Comfort and Convenience

While there isn’t a dedicated waiting room, there are seating areas available for passengers awaiting their trains. Refreshments are available, although it lacks full-fledged dining or shopping facilities. However, clean sanitary facilities are provided, with toilets on Platform 1 and in the ticket hall ensuring travelers can freshen up before boarding. Additionally, pay phones on the premises cater to travelers needing to make last-minute calls.

Travel Connections

Reaching Coulsdon South Station and moving beyond is conveniently connected through various transport links. A taxi rank sits just outside the station entrance, ready to whisk you off to your next destination. Bus links can also be planned through helpful resources available at the station. Should you encounter disruptions, a rail replacement service is efficiently in place to ensure that your journey remains as uninterrupted as possible.

Coulsdon South is a well-leveraged point for your adventures whether catching a train to London Bridge, purchasing a ticket to London Victoria, or venturing further afield. Ideal for travelers eyeing specific destinations, whether for leisure or work, connections to major hubs such as Gatwick Airport or Clapham Junction can be effortlessly accessed.

Popular Routes and Destinations

The proximity to popular travel destinations makes this station a preferred choice for commuters and visitors alike. Direct services to major city anchor points offer seamless transit to destinations like London Blackfriars, East Croydon, and beyond. Whether you're planning a quick visit to Tottenham Court Road or an international connection through St Pancras International, Coulsdon South serves as your reliable starting point.

Your Journey Begins Here

In conclusion, Coulsdon South Station offers a blend of modern amenities, accessibility, and efficient transport links designed to support a variety of travelers on their journeys. By tapping into these resources, travel can become more than just getting from point A to point B but a smoother, more integrated part of your daily life or adventurous explorations.

From the platform to your destination, make informed choices with Coulsdon South Station as you travel smartly with convenience and style. Plan your next trip with confidence and ease, assured that the journey will be as comfortable and pleasant as possible. Safe travels!

Coulsdon South Station details & facilities

Ticket Office
Ticket Office Opening hours
Monday to Friday:06:10 to 19:35
Saturday:07:00 to 20:25
Sunday:09:10 to 16:45
Ticket machinesYes
Collect tickets bought onlineYes

Collect tickets at the ticket machine

Accessible ticket machinesYes

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 loopYes
Smartcards
Smartcards issued at this stationYes
Smartcard validatorsYes
Information available from staff

Yes - from help point

Customer information

DepartureScreens

Announcements

Staff help available
Monday to Friday:05:30 to 00:50
Saturday:05:30 to 00:50
Sunday:06:15 to 00:45
Customer help pointsYes
Customer services notes

Assistance can be provided via the help points, located on the platforms, at all times of the day.

Luggage storageNo
Lost property

Southern

CCTV at the stationYes
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 via lifts.

The Assistance Meeting Point is by the Ticket Office.

Ticket barriers and gatesYes
Accessible ticket machinesYes

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 loopYes
Ramp for train accessYes

A staff-operated ramp is required for step-free access between train and platform at this station. Station staff are usually available at the times listed.

Also, some trains 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 freephone number: 0800 138 1016
  • Textphone: 0800 138 1018

Accessible ToiletsNo
Waiting roomsThere is no waiting room office at Coulsdon South
Seating areaYes
Wheelchairs availableNo
Getting to and from the station
Accessible taxis hereNo
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up pointYes

Whilst there is no dedicated area, there is ample space for impaired mobility set down / pick up in the car park

Accessible spaces3
Accessible car park equipmentNo
Staff Help
Staff help available
Monday to Friday:05:30 to 00:50
Saturday:05:30 to 00:50
Sunday:06:15 to 00:45
Customer Help Points and Meeting PointYes
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.

ToiletsYes

Ticket Hall, Platform 1

Accessible ToiletsNo
Baby ChangingNo
Waiting roomsThere is no waiting room office at Coulsdon South
Seating areaYes
1st Class LoungeNo
Station Car Park
OperatorAPCOA Parking UK
Car Parking Availability
Monday to Sunday:Open 24 hours
Spaces80
Accessible spaces3
Accessible car park equipmentNo
Car park CCTVYes
Parking chargesFree car parking available
Refreshment FacilitiesAvailable
ATM MachineNo
ShopsNo
Currency ExchangeNo
Pay PhonesYes
Public Wi-FiNo
Bicycle Storage
Spaces84

Located outside the front of the station.

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

Type of StorageStands,
ShelteredYes
CCTVYes
Bicycle Hire
Cycle Hire InformationThere are no cycle hire facilities at this station

Transport Links to and from Coulsdon South Station

All you need to know about Coulsdon South'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.

A taxi rank is located outside 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 Coulsdon South Station

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

Arriving fromTrainArrival TimePlatformStatus
from Gatwick AirportSouthern05:481On time
from London VictoriaSouthern06:072On time
from HorshamThameslink06:081On time
from ReigateSouthern06:191On time
from PeterboroughThameslink06:262On time
from London VictoriaSouthern06:35-On time
from HorshamThameslink06:38-On time
from ReigateSouthern06:49-On time
from PeterboroughThameslink06:56-On time
from London VictoriaSouthern07:05-On time
Going toTrainDeparture TimePlatformStatus
to London VictoriaSouthern05:481On time
to ReigateSouthern06:082On time
to PeterboroughThameslink06:091On time
to London VictoriaSouthern06:191On time
to HorshamThameslink06:272On time
to ReigateSouthern06:36-On time
to PeterboroughThameslink06:39-On time
to London VictoriaSouthern06:49-On time
to HorshamThameslink06:57-On time
to ReigateSouthern07:06-On time