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About East Grinstead (EGR) Train Station

Station managed by: Southern

East Grinstead station
Railway Approach
East Grinstead
West Sussex
RH19 1EB

East Grinstead Station can be found on Railway Approach in East Grinstead as shown on the map, and is operated by Southern.

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

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Everything you need to know about East Grinstead Station

East Grinstead Train Station: Your Gateway to Explore Southern England

Located at the heart of the charming town of East Grinstead, East Grinstead Train Station is your perfect launchpad for journeys across the South of England. Whether you're commuting to work, traveling for pleasure, or just exploring the stunning landscapes around Sussex and beyond, East Grinstead offers excellent facilities and connectivity. With the added promise of rich historical sites and scenic views right from the get-go, your rail journey starts on the right foot from this station.

Facilities and Support at East Grinstead Station

East Grinstead Train Station is equipped with a wide array of facilities to ensure a comfortable experience for all travelers. Whether you're purchasing a ticket from the ticket office, which operates from early morning till late evening, or collecting pre-booked tickets from a machine, the station maintains easy and accessible options. The station supports the use of smartcards and has validators available for effortless travel. Additionally, there's an induction loop for individuals with hearing impairments.

If you need assistance, there are staff members available from early morning until past midnight on weekdays and Saturdays, and slightly reduced hours on Sundays. For those requiring step-free access, East Grinstead Station is fully accessible across all platforms with meeting points available for assistance. However, it's worth noting that while there are ramps available for train access, the toilets aren't fully accessible. Although there’s no waiting room office, a seating area is provided for your convenience.

Transport Connections at East Grinstead

Located just outside the station, you'll find a taxi rank for on-the-go convenience. While local bus information is readily available via the station's onward travel map, the accessibility to these modes of transportation makes the hub well-connected with the surrounding areas. Whether you're using a rail replacement service due to disruption or planning a bus journey, this station ensures that transition between different travel modes is seamless.

Explore Beyond East Grinstead by Train

East Grinstead Station opens up a world of possibilities when it comes to exploring the vibrant landscapes and cityscapes of Southern England. Fancy a visit to the capital? Numerous trains head to London stations such as London Victoria, London Bridge, and London Blackfriars for your convenience. For connections with more regional charm, routes to Oxted or Dormans offer quick trips with a slice of local allure.

For the adventurous traveler, hopping on a train to Lingfield for the races or exploring the nearby shopping possibilities at East Croydon opens up exciting day-trip opportunities while ensuring you make the most out of your rail ticket purchase.

The Beginning of Your Journey

Whether East Grinstead Station is the start of your epic journey or a convenient stop along the way, it ensures an efficient and pleasant rail experience. With convenient facilities, support services, and myriad transport links, you are well-equipped for an adventure. As you plan your journeys, remember to explore ticket options early to take advantage of the best deals. All throughout, East Grinstead station remains steadfast in its service to both residents and travelers discovering England's enchanting corners.

So come along, catch that train, and let East Grinstead show you the world beyond its platform doors!

East Grinstead Station details & facilities

Ticket Office
Ticket Office Opening hours
Monday to Friday:05:55 to 20:15
Saturday:05:55 to 20:25
Sunday:07:50 to 16:00
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:05:40 to 00:40
Saturday:05:40 to 00:30
Sunday:07:35 to 23:40
Customer help pointsYes
Customer services notesNone
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.

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

Located at the front of the station

Accessible spaces6
Accessible car park equipmentNo
Staff Help
Staff help available
Monday to Friday:05:40 to 00:40
Saturday:05:40 to 00:30
Sunday:07:35 to 23:40
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
Accessible ToiletsNo
Baby ChangingNo
Waiting roomsThere is no waiting room office at East Grinstead
Seating areaYes
1st Class LoungeNo
Station Car Park
OperatorAPCOA Parking UK
Car Parking Availability
Monday to Sunday:Open 24 hours
Spaces375
Accessible spaces6
Accessible car park equipmentNo
Car park CCTVYes
Parking chargesFree car parking available
Refreshment FacilitiesAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable
ShopsAvailable
Currency ExchangeNo
Pay PhonesNo
Public Wi-FiNo
Bicycle Storage
Spaces96

Located to the right of the station building.

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 East Grinstead Station

All you need to know about East Grinstead'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” within the map section below.

Live Departures and arrivals from East Grinstead Station

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

Arriving fromTrainArrival TimePlatformStatus
from London VictoriaSouthern09:252On time
from London VictoriaSouthern09:502On time
from London VictoriaSouthern10:202On time
from London VictoriaSouthern10:502On time
Going toTrainDeparture TimePlatformStatus
to London BridgeThameslink09:142On time
to London VictoriaSouthern09:362On time
to London VictoriaSouthern10:062On time
to London VictoriaSouthern10:362On time
to London VictoriaSouthern11:062On time