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About Sandplace (SDP) Train Station

Station managed by: Great Western Railway

Sandplace station
adjacent B3254
Sandplace
Cornwall
PL13 1PJ

Sandplace Station can be found on adjacent B3254 in Sandplace as shown on the map, and is operated by Great Western Railway.

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

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Everything you need to know about Sandplace Station

Discover the Charm of Sandplace Train Station

Nestled in the beautiful Cornish landscape, Sandplace train station offers passengers a gateway to explore the tranquil and rustic side of Cornwall. While it may lack some modern conveniences, its charm and simplicity make it a unique starting point for a journey through the stunning countryside. Whether you're a local or a tourist, this little station has a distinct character that might just catch your attention.

Station Facilities: A Back-to-Nature Experience

Sandplace station epitomizes the simplicity of rural travel. It's a quintessentially quaint spot where amenities such as ticket offices, waiting rooms, or refreshment facilities are absent. Instead, it ensures accessibility with step-free access to the platform and provides a peaceful waiting spot with seating available. Although there are no toilets or wheelchair facilities, the station accommodates basic needs with a help point on-site for customer assistance.

If you're planning to travel from Sandplace, remember that there's no ticket machine, so purchasing tickets online or in advance is necessary. Wi-Fi is available under "GWR Free Station WiFi," which keeps you connected with your virtual world even amidst a relaxed, natural setting.

Travel Connections from Sandplace

Although it lacks dedicated taxi ranks or bus services, getting around from Sandplace is made possible through rail replacement services that stop conveniently by the station entrance. Those looking to cycle can find bicycle storage available on the platform, though sheltered storage is not provided. If you are planning an onward trip and require detailed scheduling information, printable guides are accessible online, helping you map out your further travels.

The Journey from Sandplace Awaits

For the adventurous at heart, Sandplace train station is a starting point to some spectacular destinations. Take a short trip to Looe for a classic seaside experience, or head to bustling Plymouth for a mix of art, history, and culture. Those yearning for the iconic green landscapes can venture to charming Liskeard or picturesque St Ives.

Moreover, the station offers the exciting possibility of longer journeys to notable places like London Waterloo or Exeter St David's, underscoring the station's potential to connect you far beyond its rural location. Sandplace is indeed an extraordinary blend of serenity and connectivity, guiding travelers along captivating paths.

Embrace the Journey from Sandplace

Sandplace train station invites you to embrace the pace of leisurely travel in the Cornish countryside. Its straightforward amenities encourage a seamless journey without the buzz often associated with modern travel hubs. As you set plans in motion, consider using this charming starting point to visit Cornwall's unique locales. So, grab your tickets online, pack your essentials, and let Sandplace be the restful start to your next adventure.

Sandplace Station details & facilities

Ticket Office
Ticket Office Opening hoursThere is no ticket office at Sandplace, 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 throughout the whole station.

Step Free - Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform.

Ticket barriers and gatesNo
Accessible ticket machinesNo
Induction loopYes
Ramp for train accessYes
Accessible ToiletsNo
Waiting roomsThere is no waiting room office at Sandplace
Seating areaYes
Wheelchairs availableNo
Getting to and from the station
Accessible taxis hereNo
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up pointYes

Set down space is available in the layby adjacent to the station entrance and which is on the opposite side of the main road

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 Sandplace
Seating areaYes
1st Class LoungeNo
Refreshment FacilitiesNo
ATM MachineNo
ShopsNo
Currency ExchangeNo
Pay PhonesNo
Public Wi-FiAvailable

Connect to "GWR Free Station WiFi"

Bicycle Storage
Spaces4

On platform

Type of StorageStands,
ShelteredNo
CCTVNo
Bicycle Hire
Cycle Hire Information

Available

No

Transport Links to and from Sandplace Station

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

Rail replacement services stop at the bus stops by the station entrance.

No

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

Available

No

Live Departures and arrivals from Sandplace Station

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

Arriving fromTrainArrival TimePlatformStatus
from LooeGreat Western Railway11:11-On time
from LiskeardGreat Western Railway11:55-On time
Going toTrainDeparture TimePlatformStatus
to LiskeardGreat Western Railway11:11-On time
to LooeGreat Western Railway11:55-On time