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About Saltash (STS) Train Station

Station managed by: Great Western Railway

Saltash station
Albert Road
Saltash
Cornwall
PL12 4EB

Saltash Station can be found on Albert Road in Saltash as shown on the map, and is operated by Great Western Railway.

Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Saltash Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.

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Everything you need to know about Saltash Station

Exploring Saltash Train Station: Gateway to Cornwall and Beyond

Sitting proudly in Cornwall, Saltash train station is your sturdy link to exploring the broader magnificence of the UK. Rooted in a region boasting rich history and stunning vistas, Saltash serves as more than just a transit point — it’s the gateway to adventure, exploration, and discovery. Whether it’s the rolling landscapes or the coastal allure of the region, Saltash is your portal into Cornwall’s charm or beyond, to some of the most exciting destinations across the UK.

Facilities at Saltash Station: A Simple Yet Functional Experience

Simplicity defines the operational ethos at Saltash train station. While it lacks some of the more modern conveniences such as a dedicated ticket office, ticket machines, or even a waiting room, it does provide a basic setup for travelers. Online ticket purchases should be planned carefully, as collection facilities aren't available here. Fortunately, you can connect to the "GWR Free Station WiFi," ensuring that you're never too disconnected during your journey.

Regarding accessibility, Saltash station offers step-free access to platforms with some limitations. This step-free access is particularly beneficial given the station’s hilly surroundings. Travelers needing assistance should be aware that support staff presence is not consistent, but there are helpful customer points throughout the station.

Transport Connections from Saltash Station: An Interwoven Network

Once you arrive at Saltash, the transition to other modes of transport is seamless. Fore Street bus stops are just a stone's throw away, providing convenient connections for those continuing their journey by bus. For those needing a personalised travel option, taxis are readily available from the station's entrance.

Moreover, if you wish to plan an onward journey with further information, downloadable resources are provided to ensure your trip runs as smoothly as possible. Whether catching rail replacement services or exploring local routes, your next hop from Saltash station can be easily organised and executed.

Popular Travel Routes from Saltash Station: The Doorway to Adventure

Saltash train station is not just about the facilities within its bounds but holds the key to some of the most popular travel destinations in the UK. The station serves as an entryway to bustling cities and quaint towns alike.

For a taste of city life mixed with maritime history, take a train to Plymouth, or head south for scenic landscapes with a journey to Truro. Explore the heart of the British rail network with a trip to London Paddington, or veer towards Cornwall’s iconic coastlines by visiting St Ives. From bustling urban environments like Bristol Temple Meads to the quiet elegance of Redruth, the options are rich, varied, and deeply inviting.

Your Journey from Saltash Begins Here

Saltash train station, though simple, offers a strategic keystone for avid travelers. From here, you're poised to carve a path through intertwined histories and landscapes — set against the backdrop of Cornish beauty and British rail reliability. Remember, while Saltash might seem a modest setting, its connections and proximity to grand adventures render it a place of boundless opportunities. So, whether you're seeking a tranquil trip or an exhilarating experience, the first step begins at Saltash.

Ready to start your journey? Secure your tickets and set sail from Saltash — where your perfect adventure awaits.

Saltash Station details & facilities

Ticket Office
Ticket Office Opening hoursThere is no ticket office at Saltash, or a ticket machine to collect tickets from.
Ticket machinesNo
Collect tickets bought onlineNo
Accessible ticket machinesNo
Induction loopYes
Smartcards
Smartcards issued at this stationNo
Smartcard validatorsNo
Information available from staff

Yes - from help point

Customer informationNo
Staff help available
Monday to Friday:
Saturday:
Sunday:
Customer help pointsYes
Customer services notes

Please visit GWR Help & Support. Or contact our social media team @gwrhelp.

Luggage storageNo
Lost property

None

CCTV at the stationNo
Station Accessibility
Step-free access

Step free access is available in parts of this station.

Step free Category B2 - This station has a degree of step free access with both platforms able to be accessed step free, platform 1 is via a long ramp only and via local steep roads from platform 2. There is also a large step from the train to the platform and therefore ramps can not be used at this station. If you are not able to manage the step onto the train, please call GWR Passenger Assist team on 0800 197 1329.

Ticket barriers and gatesNo
Accessible ticket machinesNo
Induction loopYes
Ramp for train accessNo
Accessible ToiletsNo
Waiting roomsThere is no waiting room office at Saltash
Seating areaYes
Wheelchairs availableNo
Getting to and from the station
Accessible taxis hereNo
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up pointYes
Accessible spacesNone
Accessible car park equipmentNo
Staff Help
Staff help available
Customer Help Points and Meeting PointYes
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.

ToiletsNo
Accessible ToiletsNo
Baby ChangingNo
Waiting roomsThere is no waiting room office at Saltash
Seating areaYes
1st Class LoungeNo
None
OperatorNone
Car Parking Availability
Spaces8
Accessible spaces0
Accessible car park equipmentNo
Car park CCTVNo
Parking chargesFree car parking available
Refreshment FacilitiesNo
ATM MachineNo
ShopsNo
Currency ExchangeNo
Pay PhonesYes
Public Wi-FiAvailable

Connect to "GWR Free Station WiFi"

Bicycle Storage
Spaces8
Type of StorageStands,
ShelteredNo
CCTVNo
Bicycle Hire
Cycle Hire InformationThere are no cycle hire facilities at this station

Transport Links to and from Saltash Station

All you need to know about Saltash's links with other modes of transport, including local bus services, taxis, care hire & more

Fore Street Bus Stops. Taxis from the station entrance

Information to plan your onward journey is available in a printable format here

Live Departures and arrivals from Saltash Station

Want to check the latest departures and arrivals into Saltash station? Find live information for the next trains departing and arriving at the station below.

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