Ponders End station
South Street
Ponders End
Greater London
EN3 4QB
Ponders End Station can be found on South Street in Ponders End as shown on the map, and is operated by Greater Anglia.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Ponders End Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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Whether you're a local commuter or a traveler eager to explore London, Ponders End train station offers a glimpse into the hustle and bustle of city life, with its own unique charm. Part of the southeastern stretch of the Greater London transport network, this station might not be as grandiose as some of its city-center counterparts, but it serves as an important gateway for those navigating between suburban quietude and city excitement.
Ponders End station stands out not because of extravagant amenities but through its emphasis on functional necessity. It lacks a dedicated ticket office, but plenty of ticket machines are on the premises, making it easy to buy or collect your tickets brought online. Importantly, these machines are accessible for those with mobility needs. For tech-savvy commuters, smartcard validators are available, streamlining the travel process.
The station ensures that passengers are safe and informed with CCTV operations and customer help points you might need with any station-related quirks. Assistance is available at platform meeting points, emphasizing inclusivity with features like induction loops. Although it does not provide lavish comforts like lounges and refreshment facilities, the station has step-free access via a ramped footbridge, making it accommodating for everyone.
Getting around beyond the rails is convenient with Transport for London buses operating from just outside the station, seamlessly connecting passengers to London's bus network. While there's no rail replacement service designated specifically, alternative routes ensure that you're never stranded.
With such a rich network, Ponders End is a starting hub for a myriad of adventures. Commuters often travel to popular spots such as Tottenham Hale, weaving effortlessly across the city. City enthusiasts can find their way to London Liverpool Street, diving straight into the heart of the capital. The bustling shopping scene at Stratford (London) is another tantalizing possibility.
For those with a curiosity about history, nearby Highbury and Islington offers charm and culture, and the vibrant Canary Wharf stands as a must-visit for its modern vibe. Cyclists and walkers have a safe haven for securing bicycles at the station with CCTV-monitored, sheltered storage.
Despite the modesty in its features, Ponders End train station embodies the essence of functional simplicity within a city constantly on its toes. Each journey from this station is a chance for a new story—one train at a time. So, gear up to explore and book your tickets in advance to dive into the experiences waiting beyond the platforms of Ponders End.
Next time you're in the vicinity, let Ponders End station be not just a stop, but a launchpad into London's myriad wonders.
Ticket Office | |
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Ticket Office Opening hours | There is no ticket office at Ponders End, 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 | Yes |
Induction loop | Yes |
Smartcards | |
Smartcards issued at this station | No |
Smartcard validators | Yes |
Information available from staff | Yes - from help point |
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Customer information | No |
Staff help available | |
Customer help points | Yes |
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 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 station has step free access to both platforms via a ramped footbridge. This station is a category B1 station according to ORR station classification system. https://www.orr.gov.uk/media/10955 Assistance meeting point is the platform. |
Ticket barriers and gates | No |
Accessible ticket machines | Yes |
Induction loop | Yes |
Ramp for train access | No |
Accessible Toilets | No |
Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Ponders End |
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 |
Staff Help | |
Staff help available | |
Customer Help Points and Meeting Point | Yes |
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. |
Toilets | No |
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Accessible Toilets | No |
Baby Changing | No |
Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Ponders End |
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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 | Available |
Bicycle Storage | |
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Spaces | 6 Within station |
Type of Storage | Stands, Lockers, |
Sheltered | Yes |
CCTV | Yes |
Bicycle Hire | |
Cycle Hire Information | There are no cycle hire facilities at this station |
Not served by rail replacement- diversionary route available |
Transport for London buses operate from outside the station |
Arriving from | Train | Arrival Time | Platform | Status |
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from Hertford East | Greater Anglia | 13:38 | 1 | 13:42 |
from London Liverpool Street | Greater Anglia | 14:00 | 2 | On time |
from Hertford East | Greater Anglia | 14:08 | 1 | On time |
from London Liverpool Street | Greater Anglia | 14:30 | 2 | On time |
from Hertford East | Greater Anglia | 14:38 | 1 | On time |
from London Liverpool Street | Greater Anglia | 15:00 | 2 | On time |
from Hertford East | Greater Anglia | 15:08 | 1 | On time |
from London Liverpool Street | Greater Anglia | 15:30 | 2 | On time |
Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
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to London Liverpool Street | Greater Anglia | 13:38 | 1 | 13:43 |
to Hertford East | Greater Anglia | 14:00 | 2 | On time |
to London Liverpool Street | Greater Anglia | 14:08 | 1 | On time |
to Hertford East | Greater Anglia | 14:30 | 2 | On time |
to London Liverpool Street | Greater Anglia | 14:38 | 1 | On time |
to Hertford East | Greater Anglia | 15:00 | 2 | On time |
to London Liverpool Street | Greater Anglia | 15:08 | 1 | On time |
to Hertford East | Greater Anglia | 15:30 | 2 | On time |