Gowerton station
Station Road
Gowerton
Swansea
SA4 3AJ
Gowerton Station can be found on Station Road in Gowerton as shown on the map, and is operated by Transport for Wales.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Gowerton Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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Nestled in the heart of Wales, Gowerton Train Station is a quaint railway hub that offers both charm and convenience for travelers exploring the region. Situated on the South Wales Main Line, it connects you to vibrant cityscapes and serene coastal towns, balancing the hustle and bustle of urban life with the allure of nature’s quiet corners. Whether you're headed to bustling Cardiff Central or scenic Tenby, Gowerton is a fantastic starting point for your journey.
Gowerton Train Station, though modest in size, is equipped to cater to basic travel needs. While it doesn't have a staffed ticket office, it features ticket machines that make purchasing and collecting tickets a breeze. These machines are conveniently accessible for everyone, with touchscreen interfaces and induction loops for hearing aid users.
The station proudly offers step-free access throughout, ensuring accessibility to both platforms via a footbridge with ramps. While it lacks waiting rooms and restroom facilities, it compensates with a seating area for weary travelers. For those with bicycles, the station offers a sheltered storage area with CCTV, safeguarding your bike while you're off exploring Wales.
The connectivity from Gowerton doesn't end at the station. If a train isn't your cup of tea or service disruptions occur, there is a rail replacement bus service that departs from the station’s car park. While the station lacks direct bicycle hire services, it still encourages the sustainable option of cycling by providing cycle stands for those who bring their own bicycles.
If you're planning your travel adventures, Gowerton's strategic location makes it a perfect launching point for a variety of exciting destinations. For city-bound travelers, there are multiple trains from Gowerton to prominent destinations like Cardiff Central and Swansea. Or perhaps venture further to the coasts, seeing the luxurious beaches of Neath or the historical charm of Carmarthen.
For those venturing further afield, Gowerton offers links to major UK cities. Step aboard a train from Gowerton to experience the modern bustle of London Paddington or the cultural tapestry of Manchester Piccadilly.
With plans in hand and tickets collected, Gowerton Train Station is your gateway to an inspirational journey through Wales and beyond. As you navigate through its offerings, be assured that even without modern leisure amenities, its charm lies in the efficiency, accessibility, and simplicity of achieving your travel goals.
Remember to check online for the latest travel updates and train times, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable travel experience. Whether you're a daily commuter or a leisure traveler, Gowerton promises a launchpad for countless adventures.
Ticket Office | |
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Ticket Office Opening hours | There is no ticket office at Gowerton, but ticket machines are available to collect tickets from. |
Ticket machines | Yes |
Collect tickets bought online | Yes Collect tickets at the ticket machine |
Accessible ticket machines | Yes Ticket machines are touchscreen. |
Induction loop | Yes |
Smartcards | |
Smartcards issued at this station | No |
Smartcard validators | No |
Information available from staff | If the station is not staffed please use our helpline 08002006060 |
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Customer information | DepartureScreens |
Staff help available | |
Customer help points | No |
Customer services notes | Contact our Customer Relations team directly via the Transport for Wales Website. |
Luggage storage | No |
Lost property | |
CCTV at the station | Yes |
Station Accessibility | |
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Step-free access | Step free access is available throughout the whole station. Category A Step free access to Platform 1 (to Carmarthen) and to Platform 2 (to Swansea) via a footbridge with ramps and steps. |
Ticket barriers and gates | No |
Accessible ticket machines | Yes Ticket machines are touchscreen. |
Induction loop | Yes |
Ramp for train access | Yes |
Accessible Toilets | No |
Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Gowerton |
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 | No |
Staff Help | |
Staff help available | |
Customer Help Points and Meeting Point | No |
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 |
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Accessible Toilets | No |
Baby Changing | No |
Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Gowerton |
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Seating area | Yes |
1st Class Lounge | No |
Station Car Park | |||
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Operator | Transport for Wales | ||
Car Parking Availability |
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Spaces | 23 | ||
Accessible spaces | 0 | ||
Accessible car park equipment | No | ||
Car park CCTV | Yes | ||
Parking charges |
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Refreshment Facilities | No |
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ATM Machine | No |
Shops | No |
Currency Exchange | No |
Pay Phones | No |
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Public Wi-Fi | No |
Bicycle Storage | |
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Spaces | 10 A shelter with five Sheffield Stands providing space for up to 10 bicycles is located on the westbound platform, and to your left as you enter on to the platform from the car park. |
Type of Storage | Stands, |
Sheltered | Yes |
CCTV | Yes |
Bicycle Hire | |
Cycle Hire Information | Available There are no cycle hire facilities at this station. |
The rail replacement bus stop is in the station car park. |
Available There are no cycle hire facilities at this station. |
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