Hassocks station
Station Approach West
Hassocks
West Sussex
BN6 8JD
Hassocks Station can be found on Station Approach West in Hassocks as shown on the map, and is operated by Southern.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Hassocks Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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Nestled in the scenic heart of West Sussex, Hassocks Train Station serves as a charming gateway to both local and far-flung destinations. With its village-like allure and proximity to the South Downs National Park, this station warmly welcomes travelers seeking both leisure and convenience. Whether you're commuting to bustling London or exploring the quaint countryside, Hassocks offers a mix of facilities to make your travel seamless and stress-free.
At Hassocks Station, ticket purchasing is made easy with both a staffed ticket office and user-friendly machines equipped to handle Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. The ticket office opens early at 06:10 AM on weekdays, perfect for your morning commute, and is staffed until the evening. Smartcard users will also find validators for easy access. Despite the station's lack of waiting rooms, there are seating areas available on-site.
Accessibility is forefront at Hassocks, offering step-free access to all platforms, a ramp for train access, and visibly available customer help points. Hassocks Station is well-monitored with CCTV but does not provide public Wi-Fi. Though amenities are modest with no shops or ATMs, refreshment facilities are available for travelers requiring a quick bite or drink.
Hassocks' transport links extend beyond train services, with bus connections that make onward travel straightforward. Although not featured in the station itself, local taxis offer additional travel solutions for those arriving at or departing from Hassocks. For those discovering destinations further afield such as Brighton or London Victoria, train services provide direct routes that benefit both regular commuters and day-trippers alike.
With several key destinations easily accessible from Hassocks, it's no wonder this station plays a significant role for travelers. London-bound journeys to London Bridge and London Blackfriars are popular among those seeking city life. Brighton’s vibrant seaside can be reached with frequent services, making a beach day just a train ride away. Alternatively, if you're traveling for business, routes to London St Pancras International offer seamless connections to international Eurostar services.
For a touch of local charm, a short journey to nearby Burgess Hill or Haywards Heath might catch your fancy. Alternatively, head towards Gatwick Airport for convenient access to international adventures.
Whether you're an avid traveler or someone who prefers a simple day trip, Hassocks Train Station offers an approachable and user-friendly experience. From its accessible facilities to its network of transport links, it embodies the quintessential balance of the quaintness of countryside travel with the ease of connectivity to key urban centers. So, pack those bags or have that ticket ready, and embark on your next journey from Hassocks with assured convenience and delightful anticipation. Ready to roll? Your next adventure awaits!
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Ticket Office Opening hours |
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Ticket machines | Yes | ||||||
Collect tickets bought online | Yes Collect tickets at the ticket machine | ||||||
Accessible ticket machines | Yes All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be. Please check the station map or the 'step free access' section before making your way to the station. | ||||||
Induction loop | Yes | ||||||
Smartcards | |||||||
Smartcards issued at this station | Yes | ||||||
Smartcard validators | Yes |
Information available from staff | Yes - from help point | ||||||
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Customer information | DepartureScreens Announcements | ||||||
Staff help available |
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Customer help points | Yes | ||||||
Customer services notes | None | ||||||
Luggage storage | No | ||||||
Lost property | Southern | ||||||
CCTV at the station | Yes |
Station Accessibility | |||||||
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Step-free access | Step free access is available throughout the whole station. This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Assistance Meeting Point is by the Ticket Office. | ||||||
Ticket barriers and gates | Yes | ||||||
Accessible ticket machines | Yes All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be. Please check the station map or the 'step free access' section before making your way to the station. | ||||||
Induction loop | Yes | ||||||
Ramp for train access | Yes A staff-operated ramp is required for step-free access between train and platform at this station. Station staff are usually available between the first and last trains of the day. Alternatively, you can also arrange assistance by:
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Accessible Toilets | No | ||||||
Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Hassocks | ||||||
Seating area | Yes | ||||||
Wheelchairs available | Yes | ||||||
Getting to and from the station | |||||||
Accessible taxis here | No | ||||||
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up point | Yes Located at both sides of the station | ||||||
Accessible spaces | 2 | ||||||
Accessible car park equipment | No | ||||||
Staff Help | |||||||
Staff help available |
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Customer Help Points and Meeting Point | Yes | ||||||
Helpline | Staff are available at this station from the first to last trains of the day, for providing assistance getting on and off the train and assisting around the station and platforms. Assistance can be provided unbooked (turn up and go) or pre booked up to two hours before departure by contacting Assisted Travel. Whether you pre book assistance or travel unbooked, please contact a member of staff on arrival. We recommend arriving 20 minutes prior to your train departing. This is to allow us to make sure arrangements are in place at your destination, or interchange, station such as the availability of staff and lifts. If there is insufficient time to check these arrangements, we may assist you onto the next available train. For further information on assisted travel please see: |
Toilets | Yes |
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Accessible Toilets | No |
Baby Changing | No |
Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Hassocks |
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Seating area | Yes |
1st Class Lounge | No |
Station Car Park | |||
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Operator | APCOA Parking UK | ||
Car Parking Availability |
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Spaces | 152 | ||
Accessible spaces | 2 | ||
Accessible car park equipment | No | ||
Car park CCTV | No | ||
Parking charges | Free car parking available |
Refreshment Facilities | Available |
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ATM Machine | No |
Shops | No |
Currency Exchange | No |
Pay Phones | Yes |
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Public Wi-Fi | No |
Bicycle Storage | |
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Spaces | 154 Located on Platforms 1 & 2 and the station entrance. Cycles are left at owners risk. Abandoned cycles may be removed. |
Type of Storage | Stands, Racks, |
Sheltered | No |
CCTV | Yes |
Bicycle Hire | |
Cycle Hire Information | There are no cycle hire facilities at this station |
Please click the link for details regarding the rail replacement bus location. |
Information to plan your onward journey is available in the ‘Onward Travel Information Map’, located in the ‘Maps’ section below. |
Arriving from | Train | Arrival Time | Platform | Status |
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from Bedford | Thameslink | 06:00 | 2 | On time |
from Littlehampton | Southern | 06:04 | 1 | On time |
from Brighton | Thameslink | 06:07 | 1 | On time |
from Bedford | Thameslink | 06:15 | 2 | On time |
from Brighton | Gatwick Express | 06:17 | 1 | On time |
from Brighton | Thameslink | 06:20 | 1 | On time |
from Littlehampton | Southern | 06:29 | 1 | On time |
from Bedford | Thameslink | 06:32 | 2 | On time |
from Brighton | Thameslink | 06:37 | 1 | On time |
from Brighton | Gatwick Express | 06:47 | - | On time |
Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
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to Brighton | Thameslink | 06:00 | 2 | On time |
to London Victoria | Southern | 06:04 | 1 | On time |
to Bedford | Thameslink | 06:07 | 1 | On time |
to Brighton | Thameslink | 06:15 | 2 | On time |
to London Victoria | Gatwick Express | 06:17 | 1 | On time |
to Cambridge | Thameslink | 06:20 | 1 | On time |
to London Victoria | Southern | 06:29 | 1 | On time |
to Brighton | Thameslink | 06:32 | 2 | On time |
to Bedford | Thameslink | 06:37 | 1 | On time |
to London Victoria | Gatwick Express | 06:47 | - | On time |