Salfords station
Southern Avenue
Salfords
Surrey
RH1 5DE
Salfords (Surrey) Station can be found on Southern Avenue in Salfords as shown on the map, and is operated by Southern.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Salfords (Surrey) Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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Nestled in the picturesque county of Surrey, Salfords (Surrey) train station provides a quaint but efficient portal for commuters and travellers alike. This station offers a seamless gateway to both the hustle and bustle of London and the tranquility of the surrounding countryside. While it may be small in size, it is generous in the quality of service and convenience offered to passengers looking to explore or commute.
The station features a ticket office with operating hours from Monday to Friday, 06:30 to 10:35. For those who prefer the self-service option, ticket machines are readily accessible and cater to passengers with disabilities, offering discounts with a Disabled Persons Railcard. Additionally, there are smartcard facilities available, further streamlining your travel experience.
Help and support are always at hand with information available from staff at designated help points, as well as departure screens and announcements to keep you updated about your journey. Salfords station ensures security with CCTV coverage, and while there is no luggage storage, assistance for anyone with reduced mobility is a priority. The station offers step-free access to Platform 1, and ramps can be arranged for train access.
Located on the Brighton Main Line, Salfords station is well-serviced by direct links to several key destinations. Regular services connect you to London Bridge, London Blackfriars, East Croydon, and Gatwick Airport swiftly and comfortably. Whether it's a business trip or a leisurely journey to explore the capital's offerings, Salfords (Surrey) station covers it all.
For those interested in further exploration or onward travel, handy local transport links include buses and a rail replacement service for added flexibility. Details for planning your onward journey can be found in the Onward Travel Information Map available at the station. Alternatively, you might consider biking around since there is sheltered bicycle storage on Platform 1.
Dreaming of a day trip? The station is your launchpad to popular destinations. You can easily find trains from Salfords (Surrey) to London Victoria, trains from Salfords (Surrey) to Brighton, or hop onto a direct service from Salfords (Surrey) to Clapham Junction. Other notable nearby stations include Gatwick Airport, London Bridge, and Brighton.
While the station does not offer a wide array of shops, it compensates with essential amenities. Refreshments are available, though you’ll have to look beyond the station for ATMs or shops. Toilets are conveniently located on Platform 1 and available during staffed hours, though there are no accessible toilets or baby changing facilities.
For those driving in, parking facilities operated by APCOA permit 24-hour access with available spaces. An accessible space is also provided although the car park lacks CCTV surveillance. Cyclists will be pleased with the bike stands provided, ensuring a safe place to leave your bicycle.
Whether you're a daily commuter or a weekend wanderer, Salfords (Surrey) train station is poised to facilitate a pleasant journey with its blend of essential services and convenient links to the broader Southern Rail network. The station's approach focuses on customer satisfaction and accessibility, creating a travel hub that respects its passengers’ needs while ensuring safety and comfort. Ready to explore? Purchase your tickets conveniently online or at the station, and embark on your journey through beautiful Surrey and beyond.
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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 | Step free access is available in parts of this station. This is a Category B3 station: Level access to platform 1 (to London). Steps to platform 2 (to Gatwick). The Assistance Meeting Point is by the Ticket Office. | ||
| 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. A Mobile Assistance team also covers this station. You can arrange assistance by:
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| Accessible Toilets | No | ||
| Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Salfords (Surrey) | ||
| Seating area | Yes | ||
| Wheelchairs available | No | ||
| Getting to and from the station | |||
| Accessible taxis here | No | ||
| Impaired mobility set down/pick-up point | Yes Whilst there is no dedicated area, there is ample space for impaired mobility set down / pick up in the car park | ||
| Accessible spaces | 1 | ||
| Accessible car park equipment | No | ||
| Staff Help | |||
| 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 Located on platform 1. These toilets are available during staffed hours. |
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| Accessible Toilets | No |
| Baby Changing | No |
| Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Salfords (Surrey) |
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| Seating area | Yes |
| 1st Class Lounge | No |
| Station Car Park | |||
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| Operator | APCOA Parking UK | ||
| Car Parking Availability |
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| Spaces | 27 | ||
| Accessible spaces | 1 | ||
| Accessible car park equipment | No | ||
| Car park CCTV | No | ||
| Parking charges | Free car parking available | ||
| Refreshment Facilities | Available |
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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 | 10 Located on platform 1. Cycles are left at owners risk. Abandoned cycles may be removed. |
| Type of Storage | Stands, |
| Sheltered | Yes |
| 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 Gatwick Airport | Southern | 07:59 | 1 | On time |
| from London Victoria | Southern | 08:02 | 2 | On time |
| from Haywards Heath | Thameslink | 08:08 | 1 | On time |
| from Bedford | Thameslink | 08:20 | 2 | On time |
| from Gatwick Airport | Southern | 08:29 | 1 | On time |
| from London Victoria | Southern | 08:30 | 2 | On time |
| from Three Bridges | Thameslink | 08:39 | 1 | On time |
| from London Victoria | Southern | 08:59 | 2 | On time |
| from Gatwick Airport | Southern | 08:59 | 1 | On time |
| from Three Bridges | Thameslink | 09:09 | 1 | On time |
| Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
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| to London Victoria | Southern | 07:59 | 1 | On time |
| to Gatwick Airport | Southern | 08:02 | 2 | 08:04 |
| to Bedford | Thameslink | 08:08 | 1 | On time |
| to Three Bridges | Thameslink | 08:20 | 2 | On time |
| to London Victoria | Southern | 08:29 | 1 | On time |
| to Gatwick Airport | Southern | 08:30 | 2 | On time |
| to Bedford | Thameslink | 08:39 | 1 | On time |
| to Gatwick Airport | Southern | 08:59 | 2 | On time |
| to London Victoria | Southern | 08:59 | 1 | On time |
| to Bedford | Thameslink | 09:09 | 1 | On time |