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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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ticket Office | |
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Ticket Office Opening hours | There is no ticket office at Great Bentley, 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 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 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 | DepartureScreens |
Staff help available | |
Customer help points | Yes |
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 storage | No |
Lost property | None |
CCTV at the station | Yes |
Station Accessibility | |
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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 gates | No |
Accessible ticket machines | Yes 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 loop | Yes |
Ramp for train access | Yes |
Accessible Toilets | No |
Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Great Bentley |
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 | 1 |
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 | Yes 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. |
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Accessible Toilets | No |
Baby Changing | No |
Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Great Bentley |
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Seating area | Yes |
1st Class Lounge | No |
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Operator | Greater Anglia | ||
Car Parking Availability | |||
Spaces | 6 | ||
Accessible spaces | 1 | ||
Accessible car park equipment | Yes | ||
Car park CCTV | No | ||
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 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 Storage | Stands, |
Sheltered | Yes |
CCTV | Yes |
Bicycle Hire | |
Cycle Hire Information | There are no cycle hire facilities at this station |
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 |
Arriving from | Train | Arrival Time | Platform | Status |
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from London Liverpool Street | Greater Anglia | 00:38 | 2 | On time |
Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
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to Clacton-on-Sea | Greater Anglia | 00:38 | 2 | On time |