Rayleigh station
Station Road
Rayleigh
Essex
SS6 7HJ
Rayleigh Station can be found on Station Road in Rayleigh as shown on the map, and is operated by Greater Anglia.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Rayleigh Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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Rayleigh, a quaint town located in the district of Rochford, Essex, is home to Rayleigh Train Station. This station is an essential hub for travelers, offering numerous services and amenities to cater to the needs of commuters and visitors alike. Whether you're a daily commuter or a tourist exploring the charms of Essex, Rayleigh Station provides the convenience and connectivity you're looking for.
Rayleigh Train Station is equipped with a wide range of facilities designed to make your journey as smooth as possible. For those needing to purchase or collect tickets, the station boasts a ticket office with operating hours from 6:00 am to 8:00 pm on weekdays, and slightly reduced hours over the weekend. Ticket machines are also available for your convenience, and they are fully accessible.
For travelers requiring additional support, staff assistance is available during regular hours, with help points, departure and arrival screens, and clear announcements to keep you informed. The station also features step-free access to both platforms, ensuring accessibility for all, although there's no direct step-free access between platforms.
Waiting rooms and seating areas are open for use during station hours and are essential for those who might need a rest before their journey. Additionally, toilets, including accessible ones, are located on platform 1 and are accessible when the station is staffed. You’ll also find amenities like a coffee shop and ATM, ensuring you can grab a drink or some cash on the go.
If you're looking to leave your car at Rayleigh Station, you'll find a well-equipped car park operated by National Car Parks Ltd, available 24/7. The car park features 414 spaces, including designated accessible spaces. For cyclists, there are ample bicycle storage options with 110 secure spaces available in the car park area. However, cycle hire is not an option here.
Rayleigh Station also connects you seamlessly with local bus services. As a PlusBus location, it offers additional convenience for those traveling around the town. Should rail services be interrupted, replacement transport stops can be found right at the station entrance.
A trip from Rayleigh can take you to a variety of popular destinations. You can catch a train to bustling London Liverpool Street, the historic town of Colchester, or the nearby Southend Victoria. For those attending events or working in the city, Stratford and Shenfield are only a short train ride away. There’s always the chance to explore more of Essex, with frequent services to places like Billericay or Chelmsford.
Sports fans can easily head to White Hart Lane or even make their way to Tottenham Court Road and Highbury and Islington. If the sea calls, you’re a simple ride away from Southend Airport.
Rayleigh Train Station is more than just a transit point; it's a gateway to the picturesque landscapes of Essex and the vibrant heart of London. With its comprehensive facilities and connections, it ensures that every traveler’s needs are met, from the morning commuter to the weekend explorer.
As you plan your next journey, consider looking into the train schedule and ticket options available from Rayleigh to make the most out of your travel experience. Safe travels and enjoy everything Rayleigh Train Station has to offer!
Ticket Office | |||||
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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 | ||||
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 ArrivalScreens Announcements | ||||
Staff help available |
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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 but not between platforms. Ramp access to the Southend platform via The Approach road, approximately 650 metres away or 7 minutes walk. 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 ticket office. | ||||||
Ticket barriers and gates | No | ||||||
Accessible ticket machines | Yes | ||||||
Induction loop | Yes | ||||||
Ramp for train access | Yes | ||||||
Accessible Toilets | Yes | ||||||
Waiting rooms |
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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 | 3 | ||||||
Accessible car park equipment | True None | ||||||
Staff Help | |||||||
Staff help available |
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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 | Yes The toilets including accessible (radar key) toilets are located on platform 1. Toilets are available when the station is staffed |
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Accessible Toilets | Yes |
Baby Changing | Yes |
Waiting rooms |
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Seating area | Yes | ||||||
1st Class Lounge | No |
Station Car Park | |||||||||||||||||||||
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Operator | National Car Parks Ltd | ||||||||||||||||||||
Car Parking Availability |
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Spaces | 414 | ||||||||||||||||||||
Accessible spaces | 3 | ||||||||||||||||||||
Accessible car park equipment | Yes | ||||||||||||||||||||
Car park CCTV | No | ||||||||||||||||||||
Parking charges |
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Premium Bay | |||||||||||||||||||||
Operator | National Car Parks Ltd | ||||||||||||||||||||
Car Parking Availability |
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Spaces | 23 | ||||||||||||||||||||
Accessible spaces | 0 | ||||||||||||||||||||
Accessible car park equipment | Yes | ||||||||||||||||||||
Car park CCTV | No | ||||||||||||||||||||
Parking charges |
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Refreshment Facilities | Available Coffee shop |
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ATM Machine | Available Located outside the station |
Shops | No |
Currency Exchange | No |
Pay Phones | Yes |
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Public Wi-Fi | Available |
Bicycle Storage | |
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Spaces | 110 42 sheffield stand spaces and 68 2-tier rack spaces In car park |
Type of Storage | Stands, Racks, |
Sheltered | Yes |
CCTV | Yes |
Bicycle Hire | |
Cycle Hire Information | There are no cycle hire facilities at this station |
Replacement transport stopat station entrance |
Local bus stops outside station. Rayleigh is a PlusBus location click here to see the PlusBus map |
Arriving from | Train | Arrival Time | Platform | Status |
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from Shenfield | Greater Anglia | 14:33 | - | On time |
from Southend Victoria | Greater Anglia | 14:46 | - | On time |
from Shenfield | Greater Anglia | 14:56 | - | On time |
from Southend Victoria | Greater Anglia | 15:06 | - | On time |
from Shenfield | Greater Anglia | 15:13 | - | On time |
from Southend Victoria | Greater Anglia | 15:26 | - | On time |
from Shenfield | Greater Anglia | 15:33 | - | On time |
from Southend Victoria | Greater Anglia | 15:46 | - | On time |
from Shenfield | Greater Anglia | 15:56 | - | On time |
from Southend Victoria | Greater Anglia | 16:06 | - | On time |
Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
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to Southend Victoria | Greater Anglia | 14:33 | - | On time |
to Shenfield | Greater Anglia | 14:46 | - | On time |
to Southend Victoria | Greater Anglia | 14:56 | - | On time |
to Shenfield | Greater Anglia | 15:06 | - | On time |
to Southend Victoria | Greater Anglia | 15:13 | - | On time |
to Shenfield | Greater Anglia | 15:26 | - | On time |
to Southend Victoria | Greater Anglia | 15:33 | - | On time |
to Shenfield | Greater Anglia | 15:46 | - | On time |
to Southend Victoria | Greater Anglia | 15:56 | - | On time |
to Shenfield | Greater Anglia | 16:06 | - | On time |