Preston Park station
Clermont Road
Preston Park
Brighton
East Sussex
BN1 6SG
Preston Park Station can be found on Clermont Road in Preston Park as shown on the map, and is operated by Southern.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Preston Park Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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Located near Brighton, England, Preston Park train station offers a convenient gateway for commuters and travelers alike. With its history steeped in railway tradition, it serves as a key junction for Southern services and caters to various needs, even though it might not boast an exhaustive list of amenities. If you're planning to journey from this station, there's plenty to consider regarding the facilities, travel connections, and popular routes available.
While Preston Park station might not have all the bells and whistles of a major train terminal, it does offer essential facilities for travelers. The ticket office is open from 06:00 to 19:10 on weekdays and Saturdays, with shorter hours on Sundays. Ticket machines are available and equipped to assist those using a Disabled Persons Railcard. Though automated, assistance from staff is also accessible during similar hours.
Preston Park's accessibility features include an induction loop, and assistance can be facilitated via help points across platforms. The station lacks step-free access, a detail that may need consideration for those with mobility challenges. There's a distinct seating area available for passengers seeking comfort while waiting for trains.
For those looking to extend their journey beyond the train, Preston Park station connects well with several modes of transport. Information on local bus services is accessible via the 'Onward Travel Information Map.' Navigating the surrounding area is easy, with the additional option of planning your connection through available resources at the station.
If you're curious about where you can travel from Preston Park, there are plenty of popular destinations to explore. Frequent services to nearby Brighton provide a quick hop to this bustling seaside city. For a longer journey, consider venturing to the heart of London. Whether it’s a trip to bustling London Victoria or historic London Bridge, you’re well connected. Looking for a flight? Head to Gatwick Airport with convenient links. Other destinations include picturesque Hove and the charming Burgess Hill.
Though not adorned with shopping outlets or eateries, Preston Park still manages to cater to the essentials of a traveler's needs. It encourages ease of travel with its straightforward setup, providing seamless access to tickets and travel info. Whether you’re on a daily commute or an occasional rail adventure, Preston Park stands ready to serve as your departure point.
In planning your trip, consider booking rail tickets in advance to secure discounted rates and a stress-free experience. With excellent connectivity to major attractions and cities, Preston Park remains a strategic start for any journey—be it leisurely or business in nature. Remember to make the most of your travel by exploring various routes the station offers, ultimately ensuring a fulfilling railway expedition through the UK.
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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 Southern 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 | Southern | ||||||
| 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 outside the ticket office on platforms 1 and 2. | ||||||
| Ticket barriers and gates | No | ||||||
| Accessible ticket machines | Yes All Southern 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 at the times listed. Also, some trains have on board staff who are trained to step onto the platform when the train arrives, so they can provide assistance on and off the train. You can also arrange assistance by:
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| Accessible Toilets | No | ||||||
| Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Preston Park | ||||||
| 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 | Assistance can be pre booked up to two hours before departure by contacting Assisted Travel. 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. Most trains at this station have on board staff who are trained to step onto the platform when the train arrives so they can provide assistance on and off the train. You can also 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 | Yes |
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| Accessible Toilets | No |
| Baby Changing | No |
| Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Preston Park |
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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 | Yes |
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| Public Wi-Fi | No |
| Bicycle Storage | |
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| Spaces | 20 Located on platform 3. Cycles are left at owners risk. Abandoned cycles may be removed. |
| Type of Storage | Stands, Racks, |
| 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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| from Littlehampton | Southern | 05:57 | 1 | On time |
| from Brighton | Thameslink | 06:00 | 2 | On time |
| from Bedford | Thameslink | 06:06 | 3 | 06:08 |
| from Brighton | Gatwick Express | 06:10 | 2 | On time |
| from Brighton | Thameslink | 06:13 | 2 | On time |
| from Bedford | Thameslink | 06:22 | 3 | On time |
| from Littlehampton | Southern | 06:22 | 2 | On time |
| from Brighton | Thameslink | 06:30 | 2 | On time |
| from Bedford | Thameslink | 06:38 | - | On time |
| from Brighton | Gatwick Express | 06:40 | - | On time |
| Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| to London Victoria | Southern | 05:57 | 1 | On time |
| to Bedford | Thameslink | 06:00 | 2 | On time |
| to Brighton | Thameslink | 06:06 | 3 | 06:09 |
| to London Victoria | Gatwick Express | 06:10 | 2 | On time |
| to Cambridge | Thameslink | 06:13 | 2 | On time |
| to Brighton | Thameslink | 06:22 | 3 | On time |
| to London Victoria | Southern | 06:22 | 2 | On time |
| to Bedford | Thameslink | 06:30 | 2 | On time |
| to Brighton | Thameslink | 06:38 | - | On time |
| to London Victoria | Gatwick Express | 06:40 | - | On time |