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About Heighington (HEI) Train Station

Station managed by: Northern

Heighington station
Station Road
Heighington
County Durham
DL5 6PX

Heighington Station can be found on Station Road in Heighington as shown on the map, and is operated by Northern.

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

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Everything you need to know about Heighington Station

Discover Heighington Train Station

Heighington Train Station, located in County Durham, England, serves as a quaint but essential hub for both locals and visitors seeking to explore the North East of England. Although it offers basic facilities, its strategic position makes it a convenient spot for those traveling by rail. Let’s take a closer look at what you can expect when visiting Heighington Station.

Facilities and Services

Though lacking a traditional ticket office, Heighington Station allows passengers to purchase and collect tickets via accessible machines situated on Platform 1. For those with visual or auditory impairments, an induction loop is available. While there aren't amenities like cafes, shops, or waiting rooms, the station is equipped with customer help points and helpful information screens to keep you updated on departure times. For any assistance required, travelers can rest easy knowing there’s a helpline available at 08002006060.

Accessibility at Heighington

Heighington Station is categorized as a Category B station, meaning that step-free access is possible in some regions of the station. There is level access to the platforms via a level crossing, ensuring that individuals with mobility impairments or those using wheelchairs can navigate with relative ease. However, there are no accessible toilets or waiting room facilities, so it's wise to plan accordingly.

Onward Travel Options

Should your journey take you further afield, rest assured that Heighington provides several onward travel options. There is a bus stop conveniently located near the station, serviced by Busline at 0871 200 2233. For those seeking a more direct route, taxi services can be arranged through Northern Rail's Cab4You service. During periods of rail replacement, passengers will find the pick-up/drop-off point at the lay-by near the level crossing.

Popular Routes from Heighington

If longing for a short jaunt or more expansive journey, Heighington Station connects to several popular destinations. For historical insights, hop on a train to Darlington, or for a more scenic trip, catch a ride to Newcastle or York. The station also provides links to urban centers like Leeds and London Kings Cross, making it an ideal starting point for further adventures.

Departing Heighington

While it may be no more than a small station tucked away in the picturesque North East, Heighington serves as an important gateway to both local attractions and distant locales. Whether you're a commuter or a traveler ready to explore, Heighington's charm lies in its simplicity and the possibilities it offers. Remember to plan ahead, check for tickets online, and embrace the unique journeys that await at this unassuming yet vital stop on the UK rail network.

Heighington Station details & facilities

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

Collect tickets at the ticket machine

Accessible ticket machinesYes

 Platform 1

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

If the station is not staffed please use our helpline 08002006060

Customer information

DepartureScreens

Announcements

Staff help availableThere is no staff help available at Heighington
Customer help pointsYes
Customer services notes

08002006060

Luggage storageNo
Lost property
Monday to Sunday:07:00 to 22:00

None

CCTV at the stationYes
Station Accessibility
Step-free access

Step free access is available in parts of this station.

  • Category B Station
  • Station is unstaffed

However no access problems for disabled or wheelchair users as there is level access to the platforms via a level crossing. Step free access from the car park to station entrance

Ticket barriers and gatesNo
Accessible ticket machinesYes

 Platform 1

Induction loopYes
Ramp for train accessYes
Accessible ToiletsNo
Waiting roomsThere is no waiting room office at Heighington
Seating areaNo
Wheelchairs availableNo
Getting to and from the station
Accessible taxis hereNo
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up pointYes

Step free access from the car park to station entrance

Accessible spacesNone
Accessible car park equipmentNo
Staff Help
Staff help availableThere is no staff help available at Heighington
Customer Help Points and Meeting PointYes
Helpline

Assistance is provided by the conductor at this station, please wait on the platform for the train to arrive.

We can also provide help when you travel, even if it has not been booked in advance. You can turn up at this station if it is accessible to you and request assistance onto a train from a member of staff directly, or by using a help point. Boarding ramps are carried on all of our trains.

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.

ToiletsNo
Accessible ToiletsNo
Baby ChangingNo
Waiting roomsThere is no waiting room office at Heighington
Seating areaNo
1st Class LoungeNo
Refreshment FacilitiesNo
ATM MachineNo
ShopsNo
Currency ExchangeNo
Pay PhonesNo
Public Wi-FiNo
Bicycle Storage
Spaces0
Type of StorageCompounds,
ShelteredNo
CCTVNo
Bicycle Hire
Cycle Hire Information

Available

Not available at this station.

Transport Links to and from Heighington Station

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

Pick Up/Drop Off at the lay-by near the level crossing

There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233

Available

Not available at this station.

Live Departures and arrivals from Heighington Station

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

Arriving fromTrainArrival TimePlatformStatus
from Bishop AucklandNorthern18:411On time
from SaltburnNorthern19:072On time
from Bishop AucklandNorthern19:411On time
from SaltburnNorthern20:062On time
Going toTrainDeparture TimePlatformStatus
to SaltburnNorthern18:411On time
to Bishop AucklandNorthern19:082On time
to SaltburnNorthern19:411On time
to Bishop AucklandNorthern20:062On time