Gunnislake station
Station Approach, off Sand Hill
Gunnislake
Cornwall
PL18 9DZ
Gunnislake Station can be found on Station Approach, off Sand Hill in Gunnislake as shown on the map, and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Gunnislake Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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Nestled in the picturesque landscape of Cornwall, Gunnislake train station is your starting point for exploration and adventure. Whether you're planning a scenic train ride or looking to immerse yourself in the local charm, this quaint station provides a gateway to some of the region's most beautiful destinations.
While Gunnislake train station may not boast a full range of amenities, it does ensure a smooth and uncomplicated traveling experience. This station, unfortunately, lacks a ticket office and ticket machines, so it's essential to plan ahead and purchase your tickets online. Don't worry, collecting pre-bought tickets won’t be necessary as smartcards are not issued either. However, you'll find a helpful induction loop at the help points for those who may need it.
Gunnislake station offers a simplistic accessibility experience. With step-free access available through a short, steep ramp, this Category B1 station makes it easier for passengers with limited mobility to navigate their way to the platform. Its basic setup also includes available seating areas for travelers waiting to board their trains.
Continuing your journey beyond Gunnislake? The station offers several onward travel options. You'll find a convenient bus stop located in the station car park, making it easy to hop onto a rail replacement service if required. For those traveling light, there's also information available to plan your bus journeys, which can be printed directly from a handy online resource.
Though Gunnislake lacks a dedicated taxi rank, you can easily find alternate modes of transport to continue your journey, such as hiring a local bicycle for a scenic ride through the countryside.
Gunnislake station serves as a charming departure point for various popular train routes. Perhaps you fancy visiting Plymouth, soaking up the sun and sea at Torquay, or embracing the hustle and bustle in London Paddington. Other delightful destinations accessible from Gunnislake include Exeter St David's and the idyllic countryside of Camborne.
Though modest in its offerings, Gunnislake train station encapsulates the simple charm of Cornwall. Its rustic, rural flavor ensures a calming start to your travels, whether you are bound for bustling cities or coastal retreats. Plan ahead, embrace the simplicity, and let the Cornwall countryside set the scene for your journey. All aboard for Gunnislake!
Ticket Office | |
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Ticket Office Opening hours | There is no ticket office at Gunnislake, 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 | No |
Information available from staff | Yes - from help point | ||||||
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Customer information | No | ||||||
Staff help available |
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Customer help points | Yes | ||||||
Customer services notes | Please visit GWR Help & Support. Or contact our social media team @gwrhelp. | ||||||
Luggage storage | No | ||||||
Lost property | None | ||||||
CCTV at the station | No |
Station Accessibility | |
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Step-free access | Step free access is available in parts of this station. Step Free Category B1 station - step free access to the platform from the car park via a short steep ramp. |
Ticket barriers and gates | No |
Accessible ticket machines | No |
Induction loop | Yes |
Ramp for train access | No |
Accessible Toilets | No |
Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Gunnislake |
Seating area | Yes |
Wheelchairs available | No |
Getting to and from the station | |
Accessible taxis here | No |
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up point | Yes Set- Down / Pick up points are available in the car park |
Accessible spaces | None |
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 | No |
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Accessible Toilets | No |
Baby Changing | No |
Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Gunnislake |
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Seating area | Yes |
1st Class Lounge | No |
Station Car Park | |||||||
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Operator | N/a | ||||||
Car Parking Availability |
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Spaces | 34 | ||||||
Accessible spaces | 0 | ||||||
Accessible car park equipment | Yes | ||||||
Car park CCTV | No | ||||||
Parking charges | Free car parking available |
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 | Available Connect to "GWR Free Station WiFi" |
Bicycle Storage | |
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Spaces | 6 Adjacent entrance to platform |
Type of Storage | Stands, |
Sheltered | No |
CCTV | No |
Bicycle Hire | |
Cycle Hire Information | Available No |
Bus Stop in Station Car park at the front of the station |
No |
Information to plan your onward journey is available in a printable format here |
Available No |
Arriving from | Train | Arrival Time | Platform | Status |
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from Plymouth | Great Western Railway | 09:11 | 1 | On time |
Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
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to Plymouth | Great Western Railway | 09:19 | 1 | On time |