Leagrave station
Compton Avenue
Leagrave
Bedfordshire
LU4 9BA
Leagrave Station can be found on Compton Avenue in Leagrave as shown on the map, and is operated by Thameslink.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Leagrave Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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Welcome to Leagrave Train Station, a bustling hub nestled in the heart of Bedfordshire. Known for its convenience and connectivity, it's a place where journeys begin, whether your destination is a neighboring town or a vibrant city like London. With a blend of modern facilities and efficient services, Leagrave is an ideal stop for both daily commuters and casual travelers.
Leagrave Station offers a suite of amenities to ensure your travel experience is smooth and comfortable. The ticket office operates seven days a week with ample opening hours stretching from the early morning to late evening. For those who prefer a touch of technology, ticket machines are available and proudly cater to Disabled Persons Railcard holders. There's also the convenience of an induction loop system for those with hearing aids.
Accessibility is a focal point at Leagrave. While there are some limitations, such as partial step-free access limited to certain platforms, the staff-operated ramps and supportive staff help ensure everyone can travel with ease. Accessible taxis might be absent, but there are provisions for pick-ups and set-downs for those with impaired mobility, alongside designated seating areas. Safety is also a priority, with CCTV cameras ensuring some peace of mind during your visit.
The station, while functional, may not offer the luxury of waiting rooms or first-class lounges but does ensure that basic needs are met with refreshment facilities and a substantial car park with a whopping 376 spaces.
When stepping out of Leagrave Station, the journey can seamlessly continue. The station boasts robust transport links, such as a taxi stand just outside the main entrance on platform 4. If you're seeking public transport, local bus services can be navigated with ease thanks to the ‘Onward Travel Information Map’ located in the station's maps section.
In cases where rail disruptions might hinder your plans, there's a well-organized rail replacement service to ensure your travels remain as undisrupted as possible.
For those looking for travel inspiration, Leagrave Station opens numerous doors. Whether you're heading to the historical Luton or the much-buzzed-about London St Pancras International, your journey begins here. The station also provides direct routes to other popular destinations like Bedford, Brighton, and Gatwick Airport. If urban exploration is your style, hopping onto a train to locations like London Bridge or Farringdon promises an adventure-filled day.
And for commuters, the routes from Leagrave to St Albans City or City Thameslink remain ever-practical and efficient.
Whether you're commuting or traveling just for the joy of it, Leagrave Train Station stands ready to be your starting point. With its range of facilities and connections amplifying your travel experience, it is a station designed for the modern-day traveler. Prepare to embark on your journey with confidence, knowing that Leagrave is a gateway to myriad destinations waiting to be explored.
So next time you're planning an adventure or a convenient commute, why not make Leagrave your station of choice? Here, every journey feels like the beginning of something wonderful.
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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 Thameslink 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 | 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 is a Category B3 station: Step free access to southbound platform 1 and northbound platform 4 (via a separate entrance). No step free access to northbound platform 2 or southbound platform 3. Most services call at platforms 1 and 2. The assistance meeting point is on platform 4, next to the ticket office. |
Ticket barriers and gates | Yes |
Accessible ticket machines | Yes All Thameslink 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 Leagrave |
Seating area | Yes |
Wheelchairs available | Yes |
Getting to and from the station | |
Accessible taxis here | No |
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up point | Yes At both sides of the station. |
Accessible spaces | 6 |
Accessible car park equipment | No |
Staff Help | |
Staff help available | |
Customer Help Points and Meeting Point | Yes |
Helpline | Staff are available at this station at all times for providing assistance getting on and off the train and assistance around the station and to the platform. 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 Leagrave |
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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 | 376 | ||
Accessible spaces | 6 | ||
Accessible car park equipment | No | ||
Car park CCTV | Yes | ||
Parking charges | Free car parking available |
Refreshment Facilities | Available |
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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 | 120 Located by the entrance on platform 4. Cycles are left at owners risk. Abandoned cycles may be removed. |
Type of Storage | Stands, |
Sheltered | Yes |
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. |
Located outside the main entrance on platform 4. |
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 Three Bridges | Thameslink | 04:38 | 4 | On time |
from Bedford | Thameslink | 05:04 | 1 | On time |
from Bedford | Thameslink | 05:36 | 1 | On time |
from Three Bridges | Thameslink | 05:38 | 4 | On time |
from Three Bridges | Thameslink | 06:01 | 2 | On time |
from Bedford | Thameslink | 06:08 | 1 | On time |
from Bedford | Thameslink | 06:21 | 1 | On time |
from Brighton | Thameslink | 06:26 | 2 | On time |
Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
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to Bedford | Thameslink | 04:38 | 4 | On time |
to Brighton | Thameslink | 05:04 | 1 | On time |
to Brighton | Thameslink | 05:36 | 1 | On time |
to Bedford | Thameslink | 05:38 | 4 | On time |
to Bedford | Thameslink | 06:01 | 2 | On time |
to Brighton | Thameslink | 06:08 | 1 | On time |
to Rainham (Kent) | Thameslink | 06:21 | 1 | On time |
to Bedford | Thameslink | 06:26 | 2 | On time |