Hythe station
Station Road
Hythe
Essex
CO2 8JR
Hythe (Essex) Station can be found on Station Road in Hythe as shown on the map, and is operated by Greater Anglia.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Hythe (Essex) Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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Nestled in the east of England, Hythe (Essex) train station is a quaint yet vital part of the local transportation landscape. This charming station serves as a gateway to both the peaceful charm of Essex and the bustling excitement of cities like London and Cambridge. Whether you're commuting for work or embarking on an adventure, Hythe (Essex) offers a surprisingly efficient hub given its relatively small size. While it may not boast a grand structure, what it does offer is essential convenience for thousands of passengers who pass through its platforms.
Hythe (Essex) station is equipped with essential facilities that make your transit as smooth as possible. While there is no staffed ticket office, passengers can comfortably purchase or collect pre-booked tickets at accessible ticket machines. The station takes pride in its commitment to inclusivity, featuring step-free access to its platforms via the level crossing on Hythe Station Road. Passenger assistance is available, further ensuring a comfortable and hassle-free journey for everyone. Although it lacks amenities like shops and refreshment facilities, the focus at Hythe is on straightforward travel, with clear customer information boards and help points available to guide you during your visit.
Getting around from Hythe (Essex) is relatively straightforward thanks to its solid transport links. Bus services stop conveniently near the station, making onward travel in the local area a breeze. During disruptions, rail replacement buses ensure that you can continue your journey with minimal inconvenience, picking up and dropping off at Hythe Station Road bus stops. This connectivity underscores Hythe’s role as more than just a stop on the map but a genuine intersection for travel in the region.
While Hythe (Essex) station has the basics of station facilities, it is a stepping stone to a wealth of exciting destinations. Regular trains can whisk you away to the heart of the capital with trains to London Liverpool Street or get you to delightful seaside towns like Clacton-on-Sea and Walton-on-the-Naze. If you’re keen for some shopping or cultural exploration, taking a train to Chelmsford or Norwich might just hit the spot. And for a visit to somewhere rich in history, the journey to Cambridge awaits, showcasing the station’s versatility in destinations.
Traveling from Hythe (Essex) can be a delight when you plan with ease. Be it online purchases or using accessible ticket machines at the station for collections, the process is straightforward. Remember, whilst few amenities are available at the station, your journey can be largely pre-planned from the comfort of your home, aided by secure and user-friendly ticket purchasing options. This setup is particularly beneficial, allowing passengers to focus more on the journey and destinations rather than logistics. With plentiful routes at your fingertips, there is always an opportunity to explore something new.
Though Hythe (Essex) might not stand out in terms of luxurious offerings or extensive facilities, it plays an essential role as a small yet crucial link in the sprawling UK rail network. Whether you're off to the city or escaping to serene landscapes, Hythe beckons as a starting point for your journeys. Plan your travel today, and let Hythe (Essex) be your window to wonder.
Ticket Office | |
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Ticket Office Opening hours | There is no ticket office at Hythe (Essex), 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 |
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 in parts of this station. This station has step free access to both platforms via the level crossing on Hythe Station Road, with approximately 50 metres between platforms. This station is a category B1 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 |
Induction loop | Yes |
Ramp for train access | Yes |
Accessible Toilets | No |
Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Hythe (Essex) |
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 | None |
Accessible car park equipment | No |
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 Hythe (Essex) |
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Seating area | Yes |
1st Class Lounge | No |
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 | 20 There is a sheltered cycle parking area providing twenty spaces which can be located next to the entrance on to Platform 1 (for trains towards Colchester, Chelmsford, and London Liverpool Street). |
Type of Storage | Racks, |
Sheltered | Yes |
CCTV | No |
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 Hythe Station Road. |
Local Colchester Town bus services, which stop near the station |
Arriving from | Train | Arrival Time | Platform | Status |
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from London Liverpool Street | Greater Anglia | 09:19 | 2 | On time |
from Clacton-on-Sea | Greater Anglia | 09:27 | 1 | 09:30 This train has been delayed by a fault on this train |
from Walton-on-the-Naze | Greater Anglia | 09:36 | 1 | 09:38 |
from Colchester | Greater Anglia | 10:11 | 2 | On time |
from London Liverpool Street | Greater Anglia | 10:19 | 2 | On time |
from Clacton-on-Sea | Greater Anglia | 10:27 | 1 | On time |
from Walton-on-the-Naze | Greater Anglia | 10:36 | 1 | On time |
from Colchester | Greater Anglia | 11:11 | 2 | On time |
from London Liverpool Street | Greater Anglia | 11:19 | 2 | On time |
Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
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to Clacton-on-Sea | Greater Anglia | 09:19 | 2 | On time |
to London Liverpool Street | Greater Anglia | 09:27 | 1 | 09:31 This train has been delayed by a fault on this train |
to Colchester | Greater Anglia | 09:36 | 1 | 09:38 |
to Walton-on-the-Naze | Greater Anglia | 10:11 | 2 | On time |
to Clacton-on-Sea | Greater Anglia | 10:19 | 2 | On time |
to London Liverpool Street | Greater Anglia | 10:27 | 1 | On time |
to Colchester | Greater Anglia | 10:36 | 1 | On time |
to Walton-on-the-Naze | Greater Anglia | 11:11 | 2 | On time |
to Clacton-on-Sea | Greater Anglia | 11:19 | 2 | On time |