Nunhead station
Gibbon Road
Nunhead
London
SE15 3XE
Nunhead Station can be found on Gibbon Road in Nunhead as shown on the map, and is operated by Thameslink.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Nunhead Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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If you find yourself journeying through the heart of South East London, Nunhead train station is a charming stopover that connects you to key destinations. With its vital role in facilitating rail movement across this bustling section of the capital, Nunhead caters to commuters and leisure travelers alike. Whether you're catching a train to work or exploring the historic locale, this station acts as a convenient hub that's ready to provide a seamless rail experience.
Nunhead station is geared towards ensuring an effortless journey with several features that simplify ticket purchasing and collection. Travelers can access the ticket office from Monday to Friday, between 06:10 and 19:30, and on Saturdays from 08:10 to 14:50. Sundays might be a quiet day here, with the office closed, but worry not! There's a robust presence of ticket machines that also cater to those with accessibility needs. Disabled Persons Railcard holders will find these machines especially accommodating.
Support around the station is noteworthy. Even without a waiting room, you can count on staff assistance almost throughout the day, seven days a week. Local staff offer help through designated points on platforms and the induction loop further guides those needing auditory support. However, the station is categorized under Category C for accessibility, with no step-free access available, so planning ahead is crucial for travelers with mobility concerns.
Once you've navigated the station's offerings, your adventure doesn't have to stop there. Nunhead is well-connected with various transport links to ensure smooth onward travel. Bus services and replacement rail services keep you moving, no matter the day. These alternative options are conveniently displayed in the Onward Travel Information Map available on site.
Dreaming of exploring different corners of London? Nunhead station grants easy access to numerous popular destinations. You can set your sights on London Victoria, soak up the nearby city culture at London Blackfriars, or perhaps head further afield to marvel at St Pancras International. The station connects you to countless locations, including Peckham Rye, Bromley South, and the eclectic neighborhood of Elephant and Castle.
While Nunhead impresses with its travel convenience and connectivity, do pack accordingly. You'll find no refreshment facilities, shops, or ATM machines, so plan your provisions in advance. Cyclists can benefit from the bicycle stands located at the entrance, though these aren't sheltered, and bike storage is at the owner's risk.
Nunhead station may be small, but it plays an integral part in the rail network, serving as a gateway to both work and leisure destinations across London. Keep this station in mind, especially for its accessible ticketing options and wide-reaching transport links. Whether you're a local commuting or a visitor eager to explore, Nunhead will help you arrive on schedule and in comfort. Ready to embark on your next journey? Purchase your tickets today and let Nunhead be your starting point.
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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 | Assistance can be provided via the help points, located on the platforms, at all times of the day. | ||||||
| Luggage storage | No | ||||||
| Lost property | None | ||||||
| CCTV at the station | Yes |
| Station Accessibility | |||||||
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| Step-free access | This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. The Assistance Meeting Point is by the Ticket Office. | ||||||
| Ticket barriers and gates | No | ||||||
| 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 | No | ||||||
| Accessible Toilets | No | ||||||
| Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Nunhead | ||||||
| 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 | ||||||
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| Staff help available |
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| Customer Help Points and Meeting Point | Yes | ||||||
| Helpline | If you choose to travel unbooked (turn up and go), when the station is staffed, our station staff can provide assistance getting on and off the train and assistance around the station and to the platform. Please contact a member of staff on arrival. Trains calling at this station do not have on board staff. Alternatively, you can arrange assistance by:
Whether you pre book assistance or travel on a 'turn up and go' basis, 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 | No |
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| Accessible Toilets | No |
| Baby Changing | No |
| Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Nunhead |
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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 | 10 Located by the station entrance. Cycles are left at owners risk. Abandoned cycles may be removed. |
| Type of Storage | Stands, |
| Sheltered | No |
| 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. |
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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| Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
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