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About Great Bentley (GRB) Train Station

Station managed by: Greater Anglia

Great Bentley station
Station Road
Great Bentley
Essex
CO7 8LH

Great Bentley Station can be found on Station Road in Great Bentley as shown on the map, and is operated by Greater Anglia.

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

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Everything you need to know about Great Bentley Station

Discovering Great Bentley Train Station

Nestled in the picturesque village of Great Bentley in Essex, Great Bentley train station effortlessly connects you to a variety of destinations across the UK. Whether you're a local commuter or an adventurous traveler, this charming station serves as your gateway to new experiences and memories. Here, we'll uncover all there is to know about the amenities, ticketing options, and travel destinations accessible from Great Bentley station, making your journey as smooth and efficient as possible.

Facilities and Amenities at Great Bentley Station

Great Bentley station operates without a traditional ticket office, but fret not! It offers ticket machines that both issue and collect pre-purchased tickets, ensuring convenience for travelers. However, it's worth noting that only card payments are accepted at the machines to curb antisocial behavior. For travel assistance, information is available through help points with staff support reachable during standard operational hours.

The station is categorized as fully accessible with step-free access to all platforms. This thoughtful design ensures everyone can navigate the station with ease. While you're there, comfort is a priority with available seating areas although waiting rooms and accessible toilets are absent.

Ticketing and Accessibility

Purchasing tickets is a breeze at Great Bentley, thanks to its easy-to-use ticket machines and induction loops for those requiring hearing assistance. Although smartcards are not issued here, validators can be found, simplifying your travel process. Moreover, the station is equipped with CCTV for security purposes, providing a safe environment for all its users.

Travel Connectivity at Its Best

Great Bentley is more than a train station; it's a transportation hub that links you with an array of travel options. For those days when train services might be rerouted, reliable rail replacement services are readily available on Plough Road. Commuters can also enjoy bus services that conveniently connect to nearby towns such as Colchester, Clacton, and Brightlingsea, extending your journey with ease.

Popular Destinations from Great Bentley

Curious about where your journey could take you? Great Bentley offers a myriad of exciting locations. Relish the scenic journey to Colchester, a city rich in Roman heritage. Or perhaps venture further afield to the bustling London Liverpool Street, offering a blend of historic and modern attractions. For those drawn to seaside towns, destinations such as Clacton-on-Sea promise sun, sand, and stunning vistas.

With links to places like Ipswich and Walton-on-the-Naze, Great Bentley station is your launchpad for discovering more of what the UK has to offer.

Setting Off on Your Next Adventure

Whether you're embarking on a routine commute or setting off on a fresh adventure, Great Bentley train station stands ready to be your starting point. From the efficient ticketing systems to robust transport connections, all aspects of travel have been designed with your ease in mind.

So why wait? Begin planning your trip from Great Bentley today and explore an exciting network of destinations. With so many places to discover and experiences to have, the world is only a train ride away, and it all starts here.

Great Bentley Station details & facilities

Ticket Office
Ticket Office Opening hoursThere is no ticket office at Great Bentley, but ticket machines are available to collect tickets from.
Ticket machinesYes
Collect tickets bought onlineYes

Collect tickets at the ticket machine

Accessible ticket machinesYes

Please note, in order to prevent any antisocial behaviour we are not accepting cash payments at this station's ticket machines until further notice.

Induction loopYes
Smartcards
Smartcards issued at this stationNo
Smartcard validatorsYes
Information available from staff

Yes - from help point

Customer information

DepartureScreens

Staff help available
Customer help pointsYes
Customer services notes

Monday-Saturday 08:00-20:00Sunday 10:00-20:00Bank Holidays 09:00-18:00

The hours shown are for the Customer Relations team on 0345 600 7245 (option 8).

Closed on Christmas Day and Boxing Day.

Luggage storageNo
Lost property

None

CCTV at the stationYes
Station Accessibility
Step-free access

Step free access is available throughout the whole station.

This station has step free access to both platforms from Plough Road, with approximately 30 metres between the two entrances which are either side of the level crossing.

This station is a category A station according to ORR station classification system. https://www.orr.gov.uk/media/10955

Assistance meeting point is on the platform, next to the yellow boarding ramp.

Ticket barriers and gatesNo
Accessible ticket machinesYes

Please note, in order to prevent any antisocial behaviour we are not accepting cash payments at this station's ticket machines until further notice.

Induction loopYes
Ramp for train accessYes
Accessible ToiletsNo
Waiting roomsThere is no waiting room office at Great Bentley
Seating areaYes
Wheelchairs availableNo
Getting to and from the station
Accessible taxis hereNo
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up pointNo
Accessible spaces1
Accessible car park equipmentTrue

None

Staff Help
Staff help available
Customer Help Points and Meeting PointYes
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.

ToiletsYes

Toilets are located on Platform 2 (for trains towards Thorpe-le-Soken, Clacton, and Walton-on-the-Naze). Planned opening times for toilet facilities at this station are:

Monday to Friday 07:00-13:00Saturday ClosedSunday and Bank Holidays Closed

Please note that due to any unforeseen circumstances, these planned opening times are subject to change.

Accessible ToiletsNo
Baby ChangingNo
Waiting roomsThere is no waiting room office at Great Bentley
Seating areaYes
1st Class LoungeNo
None
OperatorGreater Anglia
Car Parking Availability
Spaces6
Accessible spaces1
Accessible car park equipmentYes
Car park CCTVNo
Parking charges
FreeTrue
Refreshment FacilitiesNo
ATM MachineNo
ShopsNo
Currency ExchangeNo
Pay PhonesNo
Public Wi-FiNo
Bicycle Storage
Spaces10

There is a sheltered cycle parking area with five cycle stands which can be located next to the entrance to Platform 2 (for trains towards Thorpe-le-Soken, Clacton, and Walton-on-the-Naze).

Type of StorageStands,
ShelteredYes
CCTVYes
Bicycle Hire
Cycle Hire InformationThere are no cycle hire facilities at this station

Transport Links to and from Great Bentley Station

All you need to know about Great Bentley's links with other modes of transport, including local bus services, taxis, care hire & more

Rail replacement bus services pick up and drop off at the bus stops on Plough Road, before the level crossing.

Local buses serve Colchester, Clacton, and Brightlingsea

Live Departures and arrivals from Great Bentley Station

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

Arriving fromTrainArrival TimePlatformStatus
from London Liverpool StreetGreater Anglia00:382On time
Going toTrainDeparture TimePlatformStatus
to Clacton-on-SeaGreater Anglia00:382On time