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About Lidlington (LID) Train Station

Station managed by: London Northwestern Railway

Lidlington station
Station Road
Lidlington
Bedfordshire
MK43 0SA

Lidlington Station can be found on Station Road in Lidlington as shown on the map, and is operated by London Northwestern Railway.

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

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Everything you need to know about Lidlington Station

Welcome to Lidlington Train Station

Nestled in the heart of the midlands, Lidlington Train Station serves as a quaint and functional gateway to various destinations along the beautiful Marston Vale Line. If you're planning a visit to Bedfordshire or looking for travel insights, this station is your starting point. Whether you're a daily commuter or an adventurous traveler, you'll find Lidlington a pivotal section of your journey.

Lidlington Station Details & Facilities

Lidlington Station is constructed with convenience in mind, although it offers some limited facilities. Travellers should note the absence of a ticket office and ticket machines. Therefore, purchasing tickets in advance or through an online platform is advisable. Assistance is also somewhat limited, but there are help points on the platforms if needed. However, it is equipped with induction loops to aid those with hearing impairments.

For accessibility, Lidlington is classified under step-free access category B1, which points to some restrictions, like steep ramps between platforms, but it remains accessible overall. It's important to mention that this station lacks many amenities one might expect at busier hubs—there are no toilets, waiting rooms, or retail outlets available.

Transport Links and Onward Travel

Navigating onwards from Lidlington is relatively seamless with a few transport links available. For those planning their journey carefully, services operating to Bletchley will be accessible from the junction of Station Road and Bye Road. Meanwhile, those heading to Bedford can find replacement services at the bus stop on Station Road. Detailed walking directions to these locations can be found online, making it easy and convenient to complement your train journey.

Printable information to assist in planning onward bus journeys is available through national rail resources. This can come in particularly handy when coordinating travel in a new area.

Popular Routes from Lidlington

Lidlington opens doors to a wealth of popular destinations. Frequent trains run to places like Bedford, just a short trip from the station. For those seeking to travel a bit further afield, Bletchley and Woburn Sands are easily accessible with direct services available. Additionally, commuting to the bustling hub of Milton Keynes Central is just a train ride away. If metropolitan vibes call you to the big city, then trains swiftly connect you from Lidlington to London St Pancras International and London Euston. Adventurous travellers seeking destinations like Birmingham New Street can also begin their journey seamlessly from here. Other destinations include Luton, Northampton, and even Leighton Buzzard.

Final Thoughts

Lidlington Train Station might strike as a humble station, but with thoughtful planning, it serves as a practical access point to both local and farther locales. It might not boast modern amenities, but its connections to major towns and cities make it a valued node in the UK rail network. Remember to explore online ticket options to ensure a smooth journey, and enjoy the delightful sights and stops along your way.

As with any travel, a little preparation goes a long way. Whether it's for work or leisure, Lidlington acts as your springboard into new adventures across the UK. Safe travels!

Lidlington Station details & facilities

Ticket Office
Ticket Office Opening hoursThere is no ticket office at Lidlington, or a ticket machine to collect tickets from.
Ticket machinesNo
Collect tickets bought onlineNo
Accessible ticket machinesNo
Induction loopYes
Smartcards
Smartcards issued at this stationNo
Smartcard validatorsNo
Information available from staff

Yes - from help point

Customer information

Announcements

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

Please contact our Contact Centre team on: 0333 311 0006. Who are open during the following times:

Monday to Friday: 07:00 - 19:00 Saturday and Sunday: 08:00 - 16:00 Bank Holidays: 08:00 - 16:00 except Christmas Day and Boxing Day.

Luggage storageNo
Lost property

None

CCTV at the stationNo
Station Accessibility
Step-free access

Step free access is available in parts of this station.

This station has been classified as a step-free access category B1 station. This means that there is step-free access to all platforms, but that this may include long or steep ramps. Access between platforms may be via the street. More information on the step-free classification system can be found at https://www.orr.gov.uk/media/10955

The Assistance meeting point is on the platform that your service is due to depart. Please attract the attention of the Conductor who will assist you onto the train.

Ticket barriers and gatesNo
Accessible ticket machinesNo
Induction loopYes
Ramp for train accessYes
Accessible ToiletsNo
Waiting roomsThere is no waiting room office at Lidlington
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 equipmentNo
Staff Help
Staff help availableThere is no staff help available at Lidlington
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 Lidlington
Seating areaYes
1st Class LoungeNo
Refreshment FacilitiesNo
ATM MachineNo
ShopsNo
Currency ExchangeNo
Pay PhonesNo
Public Wi-FiNo
Bicycle Storage
Spaces0
Type of StorageStands,
ShelteredNo
CCTVNo
Bicycle Hire
Cycle Hire InformationThere are no cycle hire facilities at this station

Transport Links to and from Lidlington Station

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

Rail replacement vehicles will operate from the junction of Station Road and Bye Road for services to Bletchley.

Services to Bedford will operate from the bus stop on Station Road, near the junction with Hudson Close (approximately 120 yards from the level crossing).

Please check your destination before boarding.

Please click below for walking directions from the station to the rail replacement bus stop.

Information to plan your onward journey is available in a printable format here

Live Departures and arrivals from Lidlington Station

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

Arriving fromTrainArrival TimePlatformStatus
from BletchleyWest Midlands Trains14:062On time
from BedfordWest Midlands Trains14:071On time
from BletchleyWest Midlands Trains15:062On time
from BedfordWest Midlands Trains15:071On time
Going toTrainDeparture TimePlatformStatus
to BedfordWest Midlands Trains14:062On time
to BletchleyWest Midlands Trains14:071On time
to BedfordWest Midlands Trains15:062On time
to BletchleyWest Midlands Trains15:071On time