Elton & Orston station
Station Road
between Elton and Orston
Nottinghamshire
NG19 9LH
Elton & Orston Station can be found on Station Road in between Elton and Orston as shown on the map, and is operated by East Midlands Railway.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Elton & Orston Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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If you're planning a rail journey from behind the charming hills of Nottinghamshire, Elton & Orston is a quaint station ready to serve as your launch pad. This little station might not boast the grandeur of some locations, but it's the perfect gateway to a host of destinations and a lovely starting point for your travel adventure in the heart of the UK.
Elton & Orston Station, while picturesque, offers a minimalistic range of facilities. It lacks a dedicated ticket office and ticket machines, meaning you won't be able to collect your tickets directly at the station. However, do not let this deter you! Tickets can readily be purchased online for collection elsewhere, ensuring your rail journey is smooth and seamless.
For those with hearing impairments, there's good news. The presence of an induction loop ensures communication ease, as well as availability of smartcard validators for convenient travel. Accessibility, while not entirely step-free, provides level access to Platform 1. Be cautious on Platform 2 as it is accessed via a barrow crossing with an uneven surface due to tracks.
Despite its rural surroundings, Elton & Orston station connects well with other transport modes. When rail services are unavailable, a replacement bus service is conveniently located on the main road at the top of the station approach road. If a taxi is more your speed, N Anthony, reachable at 01949 842986, is a local service offering rides around the area.
For a broader travel plan, detailed onward journey options are printable in a handy format here. This makes it effortless to plan your next move after alighting from your train.
Elton & Orston is not just the end of the line but a starting point towards exploring vibrant cities and scenic towns. Consider hopping onto a train to Nottingham, a city burgeoning with arts and history. For a more tranquil escape, Bottesford and Beeston offer charming countryside views. Other intriguing destinations such as Grantham, Bingham, and Derby promise exciting explorations and delightful experiences.
While Elton & Orston might seem understated, it represents the quintessential English countryside station. It's perfect for those who appreciate simpler travel experiences. As you contemplate travel options, remember, the charm is in the journey—and Elton & Orston is ready to be your companion in this adventure. Should rail be your transport of choice, booking your tickets in advance ensures smooth travel so you can enjoy the discoveries ahead.
| Ticket Office | |
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| Ticket Office Opening hours | There is no ticket office at Elton & Orston, or a ticket machine to collect tickets from. |
| Ticket machines | No |
| Collect tickets bought online | No |
| Accessible ticket machines | No |
| Induction loop | Yes |
| Smartcards | |
| Smartcards issued at this station | No |
| Smartcard validators | Yes |
| Information available from staff | Yes - from help point | ||||||
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| Customer information | No | ||||||
| Staff help available |
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| Customer help points | Yes | ||||||
| Customer services notes | None | ||||||
| Luggage storage | No | ||||||
| Lost property | EMR lost property office is located at Nottingham. We will try to contact the owner if they can be identified, the item will be kept for 3 months (unless it is perishable) and a record is kept. | ||||||
| CCTV at the station | Yes |
| Station Accessibility | |
|---|---|
| Step-free access | Step free access is available in parts of this station. Category B There is lever step free access to platform 1. Access to platform 2 is via a barrow crossing this has a very uneven surface due to the tracks. |
| Ticket barriers and gates | No |
| Accessible ticket machines | No |
| Induction loop | Yes |
| Ramp for train access | No |
| Accessible Toilets | No |
| Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Elton & Orston |
| Seating area | No |
| Wheelchairs available | No |
| Getting to and from the station | |
| Accessible taxis here | No |
| Impaired mobility set down/pick-up point | No |
| Accessible spaces | None |
| Accessible car park equipment | True None |
| Staff Help | |
| Staff help available | |
| Customer Help Points and Meeting Point | Yes |
| 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. |
| Toilets | No |
|---|---|
| Accessible Toilets | No |
| Baby Changing | No |
| Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Elton & Orston |
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| Seating area | No |
| 1st Class Lounge | No |
| Station Car Park | |||||||
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| Operator | East Midlands Railway | ||||||
| Car Parking Availability |
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| Spaces | 0 | ||||||
| Accessible spaces | 0 | ||||||
| Accessible car park equipment | Yes | ||||||
| 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 |
|---|---|
| Public Wi-Fi | No |
| Bicycle Storage | |
|---|---|
| Spaces | 0 |
| Type of Storage | |
| Sheltered | No |
| CCTV | Yes |
| Bicycle Hire | |
| Cycle Hire Information | There are no cycle hire facilities at this station |
On the main road at top of station approach road. |
N Anthony 01949 842986 |
Information to plan your onward journey is available in a printable format here |
| Arriving from | Train | Arrival Time | Platform | Status |
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| Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
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