Etchingham station
Station Road
Etchingham
East Sussex
TN19 7PA
Etchingham Station can be found on Station Road in Etchingham as shown on the map, and is operated by Southeastern.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Etchingham Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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Etchingham train station, nestled in the beautiful countryside of East Sussex, combines charm with functionality. Known for its serene locale and historic appeal, it's a gateway to some of the most captivating destinations in the United Kingdom. While the station offers a simple yet essential experience for travelers, it is equipped with the necessary amenities to ensure a smooth journey.
Though the Etchingham station does not boast the size of a city-centre terminal, it doesn't skimp on the essentials. The ticket office is open Monday to Saturday, and there are ticket machines conveniently located near the entrance to platform 1. For those who prefer the flexibility of planning ahead, smartcards can be issued and collected at this station despite the absence of smartcard validators.
Accessibility at Etchingham station is considered with thoughtful detail. While there is some step-free access, it's important to note the restrictions, like the lack of a step-free interchange between platforms. Assistance is available during staffing hours, and a dedicated help point ensures that travelers can smoothly navigate the station.
For those continuing their journey beyond Etchingham, onward travel options are well-covered. Rail replacement services are organized from the car park next to platform 2, easily discoverable using the What3Words address: tactical.district.lawfully. Furthermore, local bus connections can be crucial, and detailed journey planning information is available here.
Etchingham acts as a fantastic starting point for exploring southeast England. Whether you fancy a bustling urban experience or the charm of seaside towns, Etchingham has you covered. Direct connections whisk you away to urban adventures at London Bridge or London Charing Cross. Alternatively, if the coast calls, enjoy a direct journey to the beaches of Hastings or Bexhill. Other notable routes include Tunbridge Wells and Tonbridge.
Etchingham train station offers a mix of functionality and convenience for both frequent commuters and occasional travelers. While amenities like a coffee shop are available to refresh pre-journey, the absence of more modern conveniences like Wi-Fi means you get to enjoy the simple elegance of travel itself. Etchingham is an excellent spot to start or continue your journey through the South of England.
Whenever you're ready to explore or are just trying to get from A to B, Etchingham train station promises a straightforward and relaxing experience. Don't hesitate to grab tickets in advance to make your travel seamless. Happy travels!
| Ticket Office | |||||||
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| Ticket Office Opening hours |
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| Ticket machines | Yes | ||||||
| Collect tickets bought online | Yes Collect tickets at the ticket machine | ||||||
| Accessible ticket machines | Yes by entrance to platform 1 | ||||||
| Induction loop | Yes | ||||||
| Smartcards | |||||||
| Smartcards issued at this station | Yes | ||||||
| Smartcard validators | No | ||||||
| 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 | This station has Secure station accreditation - For more information contact 0345 322 7021 | ||||||
| Luggage storage | No | ||||||
| Lost property | Southeastern Customer Services | ||||||
| CCTV at the station | Yes |
| Station Accessibility | |||||
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| Step-free access | Step free access is available in parts of this station. Category B1. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step free access to platform 1 for services towards London. Step free access to platform 2 for services towards Hastings from the Car Park off Haremere Hill Road. Step access between platforms via the station footbridge No step free interchange between platforms. | ||||
| Ticket barriers and gates | No | ||||
| Accessible ticket machines | Yes by entrance to platform 1 | ||||
| Induction loop | Yes | ||||
| Ramp for train access | Yes | ||||
| Accessible Toilets | No | ||||
| Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Etchingham | ||||
| Seating area | Yes | ||||
| Wheelchairs available | No | ||||
| Getting to and from the station | |||||
| Accessible taxis here | No | ||||
| Impaired mobility set down/pick-up point | No | ||||
| Accessible spaces | 11 | ||||
| Accessible car park equipment | No | ||||
| Staff Help | |||||
| Staff help available |
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| Customer Help Points and Meeting Point | Yes | ||||
| Helpline | Assistance navigating through the station and getting on and off trains (by ramp if required) is available during station staffing hours (see Staff Help available times) . You can now book assistance up to 2 hours before your journey. You can also travel without booking, just make yourself known to staff as far in advance as possible of the train you would like to get - we recommend at least 20 minutes. The meeting point for assisted travel is the ticket office or you can use the help point on the platform. There are staff on all the trains that call at this station that can assist with getting on and off trains only. If no staff at the station ensure you position yourself on the platform so the on train staff can see you.Where staff are not available at the station to assist, and you need assistance beyond just getting on or off the train, we now have a mobile Assistance Team who can be deployed to stations . This can be arranged in advance by booking through Customer Services or by using the Help Point on the station (although inevitably there will be a delay if not booked in advance) - alternatively a taxi can be arranged, at no additional cost, to convey you to the nearest station where you can be assisted further. | ||||
| Toilets | No |
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| Accessible Toilets | No |
| Baby Changing | No |
| Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Etchingham |
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| Seating area | Yes |
| 1st Class Lounge | No |
| Station Car Park | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| Operator | APCOA Parking | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Car Parking Availability |
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| Spaces | 189 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Accessible spaces | 11 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Accessible car park equipment | No | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Car park CCTV | Yes | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Parking charges |
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| Refreshment Facilities | Available Coffee shop |
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| ATM Machine | No |
| Shops | No |
| Currency Exchange | No |
| Pay Phones | Yes |
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| Public Wi-Fi | No |
| Bicycle Storage | |
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| Spaces | 40 You may leave your cycle in the rack provided however you do so at your own risk. bus stop by entrance |
| Type of Storage | Stands, |
| Sheltered | Yes |
| CCTV | No |
| Bicycle Hire | |
| Cycle Hire Information | There are no cycle hire facilities at this station |
The car park next to platform 2 (what 3 words: tactical.district.lawfully). |
Information to plan your onward journey is available in a printable format here |
| Arriving from | Train | Arrival Time | Platform | Status |
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| from Hastings | Southeastern | 05:53 | 1 | On time |
| from Hastings | Southeastern | 06:14 | 1 | On time |
| from Tonbridge | Southeastern | 06:17 | 2 | On time |
| from Ore | Southeastern | 06:49 | 1 | On time |
| from Hastings | Southeastern | 07:01 | 1 | On time |
| from Hastings | Southeastern | 07:14 | 1 | On time |
| from London Charing Cross | Southeastern | 07:16 | 2 | On time |
| from Hastings | Southeastern | 07:33 | - | On time |
| Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
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| to London Cannon Street | Southeastern | 05:53 | 1 | On time |
| to London Charing Cross | Southeastern | 06:14 | 1 | On time |
| to Hastings | Southeastern | 06:18 | 2 | On time |
| to London Charing Cross | Southeastern | 06:49 | 1 | On time |
| to London Cannon Street | Southeastern | 07:01 | 1 | On time |
| to London Charing Cross | Southeastern | 07:14 | 1 | On time |
| to Hastings | Southeastern | 07:16 | 2 | On time |
| to London Cannon Street | Southeastern | 07:34 | - | On time |