Truro station
Station Road
Truro
Cornwall
TR1 3HH
Truro Station can be found on Station Road in Truro as shown on the map, and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Truro Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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Nestled in the heart of Cornwall, Truro train station serves as a vital hub for both local commuters and travelers adventuring further afield. Whether you're planning a scenic journey along the coast or heading to the bustling city of London, Truro connects you to numerous destinations with efficiency and comfort.
The station boasts an array of facilities to enhance your travel experience. From ticket procurement, where you’ll find both staffed assistance and machines for self-service, to comprehensive accessibility features designed to cater to all passengers, Truro station ensures a seamless journey right from the start. Notably, the station is equipped with CCTV cameras to promote safety and peace of mind.
Truro station is armed with a robust ticketing system to accommodate early risers and night owls alike, with the ticket office open as early as 06:45 am during the weekdays. Need to collect tickets purchased online? This is conveniently doable at the ticket machines on site. For those venturing with smartcards, although issued here, validators are notably absent so plan accordingly.
The station extends its warm welcome through essential facilities—while luggage storage is unavailable, the waiting rooms offer a relaxing respite between 06:45 am and 20:05 pm on weekdays. Unfortunately, though accessible toilets are absent, standard facilities are available on Platform 2 with baby changing amenities spanning Platforms 2 and 3.
Truro is well-connected beyond its borders with several onward travel options. The station fronts a dedicated taxi rank, making it easy to move seamlessly from train to road. Embrace Cornwall’s beauty even further by planning your onward journey through local bus services readily available to enhance your travel itinerary. For a picturesque pedal, bicycle hire is conveniently located 4 miles from the station at Bike Chain Bissoe, perfect for a venture into Cornwall’s scenic landscapes.
The allure of rail travel from Truro extends beyond practicality; it also provides an invitation to explore some of the UK’s cherished landscapes. Whether it's a quick jaunt to Penzance for a taste of Cornish culture, or an expedition to London Paddington for metropolitan thrills, Truro station paves the way to memorable adventures.
Enrich your journey further by exploring towns such as St Austell and Falmouth Town, renowned for their charming locales and vibrant community life. Seamlessly, these rail links bring Cornwall’s picturesque land and vibrant stories to life.
Whether you're a long-time Cornish resident or a curious traveler, Truro train station is more than just a stopping point—it's your portal to riveting experiences and lifelong memories. Every journey begins with a choice; let Truro be the start of yours. Book your tickets and set forth on the rails of exploration today!
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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 | No |
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 | Please visit GWR Help & Support. Or contact our social media team @gwrhelp. | ||||||
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. Step Free Category B1 Station Step free access available to both platforms 1 & 2 from the main road side buildings. Access to platform 3 via the footbridges and level crossing. | ||||||
Ticket barriers and gates | Yes | ||||||
Accessible ticket machines | Yes | ||||||
Induction loop | Yes | ||||||
Ramp for train access | Yes | ||||||
Accessible Toilets | No | ||||||
Waiting rooms |
P3 | ||||||
Seating area | Yes | ||||||
Wheelchairs available | Yes | ||||||
Getting to and from the station | |||||||
Accessible taxis here | No | ||||||
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up point | Yes | ||||||
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 Platform 2 |
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Accessible Toilets | No |
Baby Changing | Yes Platform 2 & 3 |
Waiting rooms |
P3 | ||||||
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Seating area | Yes | ||||||
1st Class Lounge | Yes |
Station Car Park | |||||||||||
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Operator | APCOA Parking (UK) Limited | ||||||||||
Car Parking Availability |
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Spaces | 150 | ||||||||||
Accessible spaces | 3 | ||||||||||
Accessible car park equipment | Yes | ||||||||||
Car park CCTV | No | ||||||||||
Parking charges |
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Refreshment Facilities | Available Café to Platform 2 |
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ATM Machine | No |
Shops | Available Café to Platform 2 |
Currency Exchange | No |
Pay Phones | Yes |
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Public Wi-Fi | Available Connect to "GWR Free Station WiFi" |
Bicycle Storage | |
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Spaces | 10 Cycle hoops are provided for cycle parking. Front of station |
Type of Storage | Stands, |
Sheltered | No |
CCTV | Yes |
Bicycle Hire | |
Cycle Hire Information | Available Bike Chain Bissoecornwallcyclehire.com01872 870 341located 4 miles from station |
Front of the station |
Yes |
Information to plan your onward journey is available in a printable format here |
Available Bike Chain Bissoecornwallcyclehire.com01872 870 341located 4 miles from station |
Arriving from | Train | Arrival Time | Platform | Status |
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from Exeter St Davids | Great Western Railway | 12:59 | 2 | 13:04 |
from Falmouth Docks | Great Western Railway | 13:13 | 1 | On time |
from Penzance | Great Western Railway | 13:28 | 3 | 13:30 |
from Plymouth | Great Western Railway | 13:33 | 2 | 13:35 |
from Falmouth Docks | Great Western Railway | 13:43 | 1 | On time |
from Penzance | Great Western Railway | 13:53 | 3 | On time |
from Exeter St Davids | Great Western Railway | 13:57 | 2 | On time |
from Falmouth Docks | Great Western Railway | 14:13 | 1 | On time |
Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
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to Penzance | Great Western Railway | 13:01 | 2 | 13:05 |
to Falmouth Docks | Great Western Railway | 13:15 | 1 | On time |
to Exeter St Davids | Great Western Railway | 13:29 | 3 | 13:31 |
to Penzance | Great Western Railway | 13:34 | 2 | 13:36 |
to Falmouth Docks | Great Western Railway | 13:45 | 1 | On time |
to Plymouth | Great Western Railway | 13:54 | 3 | On time |
to Penzance | Great Western Railway | 13:59 | 2 | On time |