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About Didcot Parkway (DID) Train Station

Station managed by: Great Western Railway

Didcot Parkway station
Station Road
Didcot
Oxfordshire
OX11 7NR

Didcot Parkway Station can be found on Station Road in Didcot as shown on the map, and is operated by Great Western Railway.

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

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Everything you need to know about Didcot Parkway Station

Exploring Didcot Parkway Train Station

Sitting in the heart of Oxfordshire, Didcot Parkway station offers a convenient and well-equipped hub for travelers looking to explore both the local area and wider UK destinations. Whether you're a daily commuter or planning a weekend getaway, Didcot Parkway is designed to meet the needs of a diverse range of passengers. Let’s dive into what this station has to offer, from its top amenities to onward travel connections.

Facilities and Amenities at Didcot Parkway

Didcot Parkway is well-suited to serve as a vital transit point with comprehensive facilities. The station operates with a dedicated ticket office open from early morning to late evening, while ticket machines provide additional convenience for buying and collecting pre-purchased tickets. Accessibility is a key feature at Didcot Parkway. The station ensures step-free access to all platforms, complemented by lifts, although travelers should be cautious as there is no tactile paving at the platform edges.

For travelers in need of assistance, help is readily available via customer service points and staff assistance available on most days from 5 AM to midnight. While the station accommodates various needs, including accessible seating areas and waiting rooms on platforms 1, 3, and 5, it does lack accessible toilets. However, standard toilets and baby changing facilities are available on Platform 3, ensuring a level of comfort is maintained for many travelers.

Dining and Shopping at the Station

For those who wish to grab a bite or need to stock up on essentials, the station has a Spar supermarket and coffee shops. An ATM machine is available in the Spar shop with potential charges, ensuring you’re never caught short on your travels. While currency exchange services are not provided, you’ll find enough to get by if it’s just the basics you need.

Onward Travel Options from Didcot Parkway

Didcot Parkway stands as a connective node linking passengers to various transportation modes. The station forecourt houses the rail replacement service, and a taxi rank is available at the station entrance, providing easy access for those who might need it. If cycling is more your style, Brompton Bike Hire services offer bicycles just outside the station—ideal for environmentally conscious travelers or those looking to navigate around the local area at their own pace.

Bus services have got you covered, with information available to help plan your journey. For airport connections, changing at Reading will link you to Heathrow and Gatwick, facilitating easy transitions from train to plane.

Popular Train Routes from Didcot Parkway

The station offers a gateway to some of the UK’s most popular destinations. Frequent trains whisk travelers away to vibrant cities like London Paddington or historical hubs such as Oxford. The charming city of Bath Spa is just a ride away, perfect for a day trip. Connections to cultural centers like Cardiff Central or commercial zones such as [Bicester Village](https://www.bicestervillage.com/en/home/) provide shopping and sightseeing opportunities aplenty.

For those looking to explore closer to home, this station connects you effortlessly to nearby areas such as [Reading](https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/posters/DID.pdf) and Culham. Whether you’re heading to [Gatwick Airport](https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations_destinations/passenger-assist.aspx) via a Reading interchange, or planning a leisurely stroll through Goring and Streatley, Didcot Parkway provides a robust network of rail services to suit your travel desires.

Plan Your Journey from Didcot Parkway

Didcot Parkway is more than just a stop on your journey—it's a welcoming station that caters to a wide variety of travel needs. With ample facilities, excellent accessibility support, and prime connections to some of the UK's cherished destinations, planning your journey couldn't be easier. So why not make Didcot Parkway your starting point and enjoy everything Oxfordshire and its surrounding areas have to offer?

Booking your tickets in advance not only makes your journey smoother but also ensures you get the best deals available. Whether you’re a seasoned commuter or a travel enthusiast looking to explore new horizons, Didcot Parkway offers the ease and convenience to begin your adventure.

Didcot Parkway Station details & facilities

Ticket Office
Ticket Office Opening hours
Monday to Friday:06:00 to 19:40
Saturday:06:30 to 19:40
Sunday:08:00 to 19:40
Ticket machinesYes
Collect tickets bought onlineYes

Collect tickets at the ticket machine

Accessible ticket machinesYes

Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.

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:05:00 to 00:00
Saturday:05:00 to 00:00
Sunday:07:00 to 23:00
Customer help pointsYes
Customer services notes

Please visit GWR Help & Support. Or contact our social media team @gwrhelp.

Luggage storageNo
Lost property

None

CCTV at the stationYes
Station Accessibility
Step-free access

Step free access is available throughout the whole station.

Step free Category A station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts. Platform 1 can be accessed via ramp to the front of the station.

Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.

Ticket barriers and gatesYes
Accessible ticket machinesYes

Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.

Induction loopYes
Ramp for train accessYes
Accessible ToiletsNo
Waiting rooms

Platforms 1, 3 and 5

Seating areaYes
Wheelchairs availableYes
Getting to and from the station
Accessible taxis hereNo
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up pointYes

Set- Down / Pick up Points are available at the station entrance.Assisted Travel meeting Point - booking office main concourse. Please notify a member of staff.

Accessible spaces40
Accessible car park equipmentTrue

Accessible ticket machine is available at the station entrance and in the ticket hall

Staff Help
Staff help available
Monday to Friday:05:00 to 00:00
Saturday:05:00 to 00:00
Sunday:07:00 to 23:00
Customer Help Points and Meeting PointYes
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.

ToiletsYes

The Ladies and Gentleman's toilets are located on Platform 2. The accessible toilet is located on Platform 3. National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.

Accessible ToiletsNo
Baby ChangingYes

Platform 3

Waiting rooms

Platforms 1, 3 and 5

Seating areaYes
1st Class LoungeNo
Station Car Park
OperatorAPCOA Parking (UK) Limited
Car Parking Availability
Monday to Friday:Open 24 hours
Saturday:Open 24 hours
Sunday:Open 24 hours
Spaces2895
Accessible spaces40
Accessible car park equipmentYes
Car park CCTVYes
Parking charges
Daily£7.20
Annual£890.00
Sunday£4.50
Weekly£36.00
Monthly£107.00
Saturday£4.50
Three_monthly£300.00
Refreshment FacilitiesAvailable

Coffee shops

ATM MachineAvailable

Within SPAR retail shop, usage charge may apply.

ShopsAvailable

Spar supermarket, Coffee shops

Currency ExchangeNo
Pay PhonesYes
Public Wi-FiAvailable

Connect to "GWR Free Station WiFi"

Bicycle Storage
Spaces682

Cycles can be carried on our trains free of charge.

Outside station

Type of StorageCompounds, Lockers, Stands, Racks,
ShelteredYes
CCTVYes
Bicycle Hire
Cycle Hire Information

Available

Available from Brompton Bike Hire located outside the front of the station.

Transport Links to and from Didcot Parkway Station

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

Station forecourt.

Taxi rank is available at the station entrance if you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff.

Information to plan your onward journey is available in a printable format here

Please change at Reading for Heathrow and Gatwick links.

Available

Available from Brompton Bike Hire located outside the front of the station.

Live Departures and arrivals from Didcot Parkway Station

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

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