Garelochhead station
Station Road
Garelochhead
Argyll & Bute
G84 0EG
Garelochhead Station can be found on Station Road in Garelochhead as shown on the map, and is operated by ScotRail.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Garelochhead Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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Nestled in the picturesque surroundings of Scotland, Garelochhead Train Station offers travelers a simple and quaint gateway to exploring the breathtaking landscapes of the region. While it might not be teeming with bustling amenities, its serene charm welcomes those looking to escape the rush of city life. Whether you're planning a scenic journey or a visit to the bustling streets of Glasgow or Edinburgh, Garelochhead is a station that caters to the needs of every explorer.
Garelochhead Train Station prides itself on simplicity and efficiency, albeit with limited facilities. The station does not host a ticket office, ticket machines, or a smartcard issuing service. For travelers planning their journeys, it's best to arrange ticket purchases online beforehand.
Although step-free access is unavailable, the station provides customer help points and departure screens to guide your travels. With its quiet platform complemented by seating areas, Garelochhead offers an uncomplicated experience free from the hustle of packed transport hubs.
Ensuring connectivity is a breeze, thanks to the well-coordinated transport links departing from Garelochhead Train Station. The rail replacement services are conveniently located near the SPAR shop on the B872 main road. For more details on bus services, travelers can visit Traveline Scotland or call their 24-hour helpline.
Those preferring taxis can find details at TrainTaxi, offering another seamless option for onward travel.
Setting out from Garelochhead offers great opportunities to visit popular destinations. Whether you're heading to Glasgow Queen Street for city excitement or enjoying a picturesque ride to Oban along the stunning Scottish west coast, options are plentiful. Weekenders might relish a trip to Fort William or even the bustling capital city via Edinburgh Waverley.
Embrace the spirit of adventure at Garelochhead Train Station, a tranquil node for your travel needs. While some might miss the conveniences of larger stations, others will appreciate its calm setting. Ideally located for journeys heading throughout Scotland, and even to London Euston, it's your launching point to many a memorable rail journey.
Next time you're planning a trip that's comfortable yet memorable, consider Garelochhead. This station invites you to journey with fewer interruptions, providing more moments to soak in the scenery and discover what's truly extraordinary about this part of the world.
| Ticket Office | |
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| Ticket Office Opening hours | There is no ticket office at Garelochhead, 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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Customer information | DepartureScreens | ||
| Staff help available | There is no staff help available at Garelochhead | ||
| Customer help points | Yes | ||
| Customer services notes | |||
| Luggage storage | No | ||
| Lost property |
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| CCTV at the station | No |
| Station Accessibility | |
|---|---|
| Step-free access | This is a Category C station. No step free access - stairs to Island platform. Please take care when boarding/alighting the train at platforms 1 and 2 as the stepping distance between the train and the platform may be more prominent than at other platforms. |
| Ticket barriers and gates | No |
| Accessible ticket machines | No |
| Induction loop | Yes |
| Ramp for train access | No |
| Accessible Toilets | No |
| Waiting rooms | |
| 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 | None |
| Accessible car park equipment | True None |
| Staff Help | |
| Staff help available | There is no staff help available at Garelochhead |
| 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 | |
|---|---|
| Seating area | Yes |
| 1st Class Lounge | No |
| Station Car Park | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Operator | None | ||
| Car Parking Availability |
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| Spaces | 5 | ||
| Accessible spaces | 0 | ||
| Accessible car park equipment | Yes | ||
| Car park CCTV | No | ||
| Parking charges |
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| Refreshment Facilities | No |
|---|---|
| ATM Machine | No |
| Shops | No |
| Currency Exchange | No |
| Pay Phones | No |
|---|---|
| Public Wi-Fi | No |
| Bicycle Storage | |
|---|---|
| Spaces | 10 |
| Type of Storage | Stands, |
| Sheltered | No |
| CCTV | No |
| Bicycle Hire | |
| Cycle Hire Information | There are no cycle hire facilities at this station |
Buses pick up/drop off outside the SPAR shop on the main road, B872. Please click on the link below for the exact bus pick up location:- |
visit www.traintaxi.co.uk for details of taxis available for hire |
for details of bus services, visit www.travelinescotland.com or call 0871 200 22 33 (24 hours) |
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| Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
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