Coulsdon Town station
Leaden Hill
Coulsdon
London
CR5 2BQ
Coulsdon Town Station can be found on Leaden Hill 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 Town Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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If you're considering a journey from Coulsdon Town train station, you're in for a pleasant experience. Nestled in the heart of Coulsdon in London Borough of Croydon, this station might not be the largest, but it certainly is efficient and user-friendly. Whether you’re a daily commuter or setting off on an occasional adventure, its facilities and connections cater to various needs.
The station is accommodating when it comes to ticket purchasing. With a manned ticket office open from early morning until late at night every day of the week, you won’t have trouble getting your tickets. There are also ticket machines available for added convenience, including accessible designs perfect for those with disabilities. Plus, if you’ve purchased tickets online, collection is a breeze at these machines.
If you require additional assistance, there’s staff on hand during the station's operational hours, and help points are strategically placed on platforms. Accessibility is thoughtfully integrated into the station's design, with step-free access and a staff-operated ramp for easy boarding. Interestingly, there's no step-free waiting room—an excuse to enjoy some fresh air while waiting for your train!
Though Coulsdon Town may not have the luxury of a lounge or diverse shopping options, it does offer essentials like CCTV for safety and a small seating area. For cyclists, there are bicycle stands with shelter and CCTV for extra peace of mind. Don’t forget to act fast at the free car park, which operates 24 hours, as there are only 32 spaces, including two accessible ones. While accessible toilets are unfortunately not available, the station compensates with a seamless rail replacement service and public bus information to ensure you stay connected.
Speaking of getting around, getting to your next destination from Coulsdon Town is simple. While the station has regular rail services, there are also helpful details on local buses and rail replacement services for added flexibility. If you want to venture further afield, the array of rail services ensures no disconnect from the bustling urban hubs. Whether you need to reach work or a social event, your onward journey seems covered.
Popular journeys include trains to some of London's most notable stations—you can swiftly get on a train from Coulsdon Town to London Bridge or head further afield to Brighton. Whether your destination is the buzzing atmosphere of London Blackfriars or the scenic beauty of London St Pancras International, Coulsdon Town station offers convenient access.
If shorter trips are more your style, then services to East Croydon and Purley are also popular, making day-to-day travel hassle-free. Indeed, Coulsdon Town might just be the starting point for your next great journey.
Coulsdon Town station might seem modest, yet it provides everything you need for smooth and pleasant rail travel. With excellent connections to various destinations, effective accessibility options, and friendly staff ready to help, it's a pivotal point for travelers. So whether you’re setting off on a daily commute or a new adventure, Coulsdon Town invites you to hop on board and explore.
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| 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 | ||||||
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| Customer information | DepartureScreens Announcements | ||||||
| Staff help available |
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| Customer help points | Yes | ||||||
| Customer services notes | Assistance can be provided via the help points, located on the platforms, at all times of the day. | ||||||
| Luggage storage | No | ||||||
| Lost property | Southern | ||||||
| CCTV at the station | Yes |
| Station Accessibility | |||||||
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| 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 | No | ||||||
| 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 at the times listed. A Mobile Assistance team also covers this station. You can arrange assistance by:
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| Accessible Toilets | No | ||||||
| Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Coulsdon Town | ||||||
| Seating area | Yes | ||||||
| Wheelchairs available | No | ||||||
| Getting to and from the station | |||||||
| Accessible taxis here | No | ||||||
| Impaired mobility set down/pick-up point | Yes Whilst there is no dedicated area, there is ample space for impaired mobility set down / pick up in the car park | ||||||
| Accessible spaces | 2 | ||||||
| Accessible car park equipment | No | ||||||
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| Staff help available |
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| 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 this 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. You can also arrange assistance by:
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: | ||||||
| Toilets | Yes |
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| Accessible Toilets | No |
| Baby Changing | No |
| Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Coulsdon Town |
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| Seating area | Yes |
| 1st Class Lounge | No |
| Station Car Park | |||
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| Operator | APCOA Parking UK | ||
| Car Parking Availability |
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| Spaces | 32 | ||
| Accessible spaces | 2 | ||
| Accessible car park equipment | No | ||
| Car park CCTV | No | ||
| Parking charges | Free car parking available | ||
| 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 | 20 Located by the station entrance. Cycles are left at owners risk. Abandoned cycles may be removed. |
| Type of Storage | Stands, |
| Sheltered | Yes |
| CCTV | Yes |
| Bicycle Hire | |
| Cycle Hire Information | There are no cycle hire facilities at this station |
| Please click the link for details regarding the rail replacement bus location. |
| Information to plan your onward journey is available in the “Onward Travel Information Map” below. |
| Arriving from | Train | Arrival Time | Platform | Status |
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| from London Bridge | Southern | 16:49 | 2 | On time |
| from Tattenham Corner | Southern | 17:04 | 1 | On time |
| from London Bridge | Southern | 17:19 | 2 | On time |
| from Tattenham Corner | Southern | 17:34 | 1 | On time |
| from London Bridge | Southern | 17:49 | 2 | On time |
| from Tattenham Corner | Southern | 18:04 | - | On time |
| from London Bridge | Southern | 18:19 | - | On time |
| from Tattenham Corner | Southern | 18:34 | - | On time |
| from London Bridge | Southern | 18:49 | - | On time |
| Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
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| to Tattenham Corner | Southern | 16:49 | 2 | On time |
| to London Bridge | Southern | 17:05 | 1 | On time |
| to Tattenham Corner | Southern | 17:19 | 2 | On time |
| to London Bridge | Southern | 17:35 | 1 | On time |
| to Tattenham Corner | Southern | 17:49 | 2 | On time |
| to London Bridge | Southern | 18:05 | - | On time |
| to Tattenham Corner | Southern | 18:19 | - | On time |
| to London Bridge | Southern | 18:35 | - | On time |
| to Tattenham Corner | Southern | 18:49 | - | On time |