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About Kennett (KNE) Train Station

Station managed by: Greater Anglia

Kennett station
Station Road
Kennett
Suffolk
CB8 7QD

Kennett Station can be found on Station Road in Kennett as shown on the map, and is operated by Greater Anglia.

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

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Everything you need to know about Kennett Station

Discovering Kennett Train Station

When you're journeying through the picturesque English countryside, Kennett Station presents itself as a charming and convenient gateway. Nestled in the quaint village in Suffolk, this station connects travelers to a myriad of destinations while offering essential amenities for a comfortable journey.

Facilities and Amenities at Kennett Station

Though Kennett Station lacks a ticket office, you'll still find ticket machines available for collecting your pre-purchased tickets. The station embraces accessibility. It ensures step-free access across all platforms, thanks to a thoughtfully designed ramped footbridge. While it may not boast flashy lounges or eateries, Kennett provides basic necessities like seating areas and customer help points to make your travel seamless. However, amenities such as public Wi-Fi and refreshment facilities are absent, so it's best to plan ahead for these needs.

For those traveling with bicycles, Kennett Station is bike-friendly, offering space for 22 bicycles with both lockers and stands available adjacent to Platform 1. While there's no official cycle hire service, its provisions support the cycling enthusiast looking to explore the surrounding areas upon arrival.

Onward Travel and Connectivity

Details about transport links from the station reveal some limitations in connectivity. While direct rail replacement services aren't provided, you can make alternative arrangements at the nearby Bury St Edmunds or Newmarket stations if needed. Bus services are noted as irregular, so pre-planning your route is advisable if you intend to use public transport.

Popular Destinations from Kennett

Despite its rustic charm, Kennett Station serves as a pivotal point for traveling to exciting destinations. Whether you're heading to the bustling city of London Liverpool Street or branching out to explore Cambridge, the station offers a few solid travel options. You can also venture to historical sites in Bury St Edmunds or head east towards Ipswich. Sophistication meets scenery when you journey to Newmarket or take a leisurely trip to picturesque Norwich.

Final Thoughts

Kennett Train Station might be smaller and less equipped than its urban counterparts, but it holds its own charm for travelers seeking a serene and straightforward journey. Perfectly connecting the dots between tranquility and your next adventure, Kennett is your starting point to exploring a rich tapestry of destinations the UK has to offer. As you plan your travel from this understated gem, consider purchasing your tickets online for the best deals and convenience. Safe travels and happy exploring!

Kennett Station details & facilities

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

Collect tickets at the ticket machine

Accessible ticket machinesYes
Induction loopYes
Smartcards
Smartcards issued at this stationNo
Smartcard validatorsYes
Information available from staff

Yes - from help point

Customer information

DepartureScreens

Announcements

Staff help available
Customer help pointsYes
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 storageNo
Lost property

None

CCTV at the stationYes
Station Accessibility
Step-free access

Step free access is available throughout the whole station.

This station has step free access to each platform via a ramped footbridge.

This station is a category A station according to ORR station classification system. https://www.orr.gov.uk/media/10955

Assistance meeting point is on the platform.

Ticket barriers and gatesNo
Accessible ticket machinesYes
Induction loopYes
Ramp for train accessYes
Accessible ToiletsNo
Waiting roomsThere is no waiting room office at Kennett
Seating areaYes
Wheelchairs availableNo
Getting to and from the station
Accessible taxis hereNo
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up pointNo
Accessible spacesNone
Accessible car park equipmentTrue

None

Staff Help
Staff help available
Customer Help Points and Meeting PointYes
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.

ToiletsNo
Accessible ToiletsNo
Baby ChangingNo
Waiting roomsThere is no waiting room office at Kennett
Seating areaYes
1st Class LoungeNo
Station Car Park
OperatorGreater Anglia
Car Parking Availability
Monday to Sunday:Open 24 hours
Spaces12
Accessible spaces0
Accessible car park equipmentYes
Car park CCTVNo
Parking charges
FreeTrue
Refreshment FacilitiesNo
ATM MachineNo
ShopsNo
Currency ExchangeNo
Pay PhonesNo
Public Wi-FiNo
Bicycle Storage
Spaces22

There are ten cycle stands and two cycle lockers which are all adjacent to Platform 1 (for trains towards Bury St Edmunds and Ipswich) and these can be accessed from the station car park.

Type of StorageLockers, Stands,
ShelteredNo
CCTVNo
Bicycle Hire
Cycle Hire InformationThere are no cycle hire facilities at this station

Transport Links to and from Kennett Station

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

Rail replacement bus services do not serve this station. Customers are advised to use either Bury St Edmunds or Newmarket stations for rail replacement services.

Irregular Local Buses

Live Departures and arrivals from Kennett Station

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

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