Irlam station
Station Road
Irlam
Greater Manchester
M44 5AB
Irlam Station can be found on Station Road in Irlam as shown on the map, and is operated by Northern.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Irlam Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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Nestled in the Salford district of Greater Manchester, Irlam train station serves as a humble yet pivotal hub for travelers venturing in and out of the area. With its straightforward facilities and access to major transport links, Irlam embraces a blend of functionality and community charm, making it an essential stop for residents and visitors alike. Whether you're commuting to work or embarking on an exciting adventure, Irlam station's networked reach offers you a myriad of travel opportunities.
The station provides the vital amenities needed for a smooth journey. Although Irlam lacks a traditional ticket office, ticket machines are readily available for easy online ticket collection. For those wondering about accessibility, the station provides partial step-free access, with tactile paving only on platforms 2 and 3. Assistance can be sought on the platform through trained conductors, offering an additional layer of support to ensure you catch your train without a hitch. However, travelers with specific mobility needs should note the absence of accessible ticket machines and waiting rooms, alongside the limited facilities such as no accessible taxis or wheelchairs available on site.
In terms of safety and security, the presence of CCTV offers some peace of mind, though it's worth mentioning that the station experiences a shortage of facilities for cyclists, as there are no bicycle storage spaces available. While there are some seating areas, comforts like Wi-Fi, refreshment facilities, or shopping options are not present. Despite these limitations, Irlam remains a conveniently located and efficiently managed station.
Onward travel from Irlam is well-supported thanks to its strategic transport links. Bus services frequent both sides of Liverpool Road, facilitating easy connections to Warrington, Manchester, or Eccles. If rail services are interrupted, rail replacement buses are available with pickup points located conveniently on Liverpool Road, about 350m from the station entrance. For those looking to continue their journey by taxi, services can be arranged through Cab4You, ensuring onward travel is straightforward and flexible.
Embarking on a journey from Irlam station opens a gateway to numerous destinations. Commuters and explorers will find frequent connections to vibrant cities like Manchester Oxford Road and Liverpool Lime Street, offering cultural, economic, and leisure opportunities. Discover quaint locales like Birchwood or venture further to bustling centers such as London Euston. Additionally, for travelers flying, convenient routes to Manchester Airport may prove advantageous for both business and leisure.
While modest, Irlam train station stands as a vital part of the rail network, facilitating journeys both near and far. Whether you're embarking on a quick trip into the city or planning a cross-country adventure, the station offers a platform to a myriad of experiences. To make the most of your travels, remember to plan ahead, ensure your tickets are ready, and explore the many destinations accessible from this simple yet strategic hub. Book your rail tickets today and unlock the many experiences that await from Irlam station. Safe travels!
| Ticket Office | |
|---|---|
| Ticket Office Opening hours | There is no ticket office at Irlam, 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 | No |
| Induction loop | Yes |
| Smartcards | |
| Smartcards issued at this station | Yes |
| Smartcard validators | No |
| Information available from staff | If the station is not staffed please use our helpline 08002006060 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Customer information | DepartureScreens Announcements | ||
| Staff help available | There is no staff help available at Irlam | ||
| Customer help points | No | ||
| Customer services notes | 08002006060 | ||
| Luggage storage | No | ||
| Lost property |
None | ||
| CCTV at the station | Yes |
| Station Accessibility | |
|---|---|
| Step-free access | Step free access is available in parts of this station.
Services towards Manchester : Level access from the car park onto the platform. Services towards Liverpool : From entrance onto Manchester platform, turn left and down 26 steps, through an underpass (28 paces) and up 28 steps onto the platform. Or, from Liverpool Road opposite Excalibur Way along a path to the underpass, up 28 steps onto the platform. To find our more about travelling around this station, please see the 360 map click here |
| Ticket barriers and gates | No |
| Accessible ticket machines | No |
| Induction loop | Yes |
| Ramp for train access | Yes |
| Accessible Toilets | No |
| Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Irlam |
| 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 | True None |
| Staff Help | |
| Staff help available | There is no staff help available at Irlam |
| Customer Help Points and Meeting Point | No |
| 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. |
| Toilets | No |
|---|---|
| Accessible Toilets | No |
| Baby Changing | No |
| Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Irlam |
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| Seating area | Yes |
| 1st Class Lounge | No |
| Station Car Park | |||||||
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| Operator | Care Parking | ||||||
| Car Parking Availability |
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| Spaces | 16 | ||||||
| Accessible spaces | 0 | ||||||
| Accessible car park equipment | Yes | ||||||
| Car park CCTV | No | ||||||
| Parking charges |
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| Refreshment Facilities | No |
|---|---|
| ATM Machine | No |
| Shops | No |
| Currency Exchange | No |
| Pay Phones | No |
|---|---|
| Public Wi-Fi | No |
| Bicycle Storage | |
|---|---|
| Spaces | 0 |
| Type of Storage | Compounds, |
| Sheltered | No |
| CCTV | No |
| Bicycle Hire | |
| Cycle Hire Information | Available Not available at this station. |
| Pick Up / Drop Off on Liverpool Rd (350m from station). Towards Manchester - bus stop opposite Excalibur Way. Towards Liverpool - bus stop adjacent to Kings Road. |
| On both sides of Liverpool Road for buses to Warrington, Manchester or Eccles. Busline 0871 200 2233 |
| GMPTE 0161 228 7811 |
| Available Not available at this station. |
| Arriving from | Train | Arrival Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| from Doncaster | TransPennine Express | 07:23 | 2 | On time |
| from Warrington Central | Northern | 07:37 | 1 | On time |
| from Liverpool Lime Street | TransPennine Express | 07:56 | 1 | On time |
| from Manchester Oxford Road | Northern | 08:01 | 2 | On time |
| from Liverpool Lime Street | Northern | 08:10 | 1 | On time |
| from Manchester Oxford Road | Northern | 08:36 | 2 | On time |
| from Warrington Central | Northern | 08:38 | 1 | On time |
| from Manchester Oxford Road | Northern | 09:02 | 2 | On time |
| from Liverpool Lime Street | Northern | 09:15 | 1 | On time |
| Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| to Liverpool Lime Street | TransPennine Express | 07:24 | 2 | On time |
| to Manchester Oxford Road | Northern | 07:38 | 1 | On time |
| to Cleethorpes | TransPennine Express | 07:56 | 1 | On time |
| to Liverpool Lime Street | Northern | 08:02 | 2 | On time |
| to Manchester Oxford Road | Northern | 08:11 | 1 | On time |
| to Warrington Central | Northern | 08:37 | 2 | On time |
| to Manchester Oxford Road | Northern | 08:38 | 1 | On time |
| to Liverpool Lime Street | Northern | 09:02 | 2 | On time |
| to Manchester Oxford Road | Northern | 09:15 | 1 | On time |