Warrington Central station
Winwick Street
Warrington
Cheshire
WA2 7TT
Warrington Central Station can be found on Winwick Street in Warrington as shown on the map, and is operated by Northern.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Warrington Central Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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Nestled in the heart of Cheshire, Warrington Central serves as a bustling hub for commuters and travelers alike. With its rich history and strategic position between Manchester and Liverpool, this station offers not only splendid connectivity but also modern amenities for every kind of traveler. If you're planning a rail journey or just curious about Warrington's wonders, let us take you on a guided tour of its offerings.
Warrington Central is a well-equipped station with a range of facilities designed to make every passenger's journey as smooth as possible. The ticket office is open from 06:00 to 20:40 on weekdays and slightly later on Sundays, ensuring you have ample time to get your tickets. The ticket machines are accessible, and you'll find induction loops installed for enhanced communication aids. In addition, smartcards can be issued and validated here, making it simple to hop on and off the train seamlessly.
The station offers step-free access throughout, categorizing it as a Category A station. While there's a lack of tactile pavings, lifts are available to aid movement between platforms. For day-to-day conveniences, you'll find refreshment facilities and shops, although the absence of an ATM might prompt you to prepare beforehand. The goods news for cyclists: there's bicycle storage available on-site with 24 sheltered spaces right at platforms 1 and 2.
Whether you're continuing your journey beyond the rail network or heading into town, Warrington Central provides an array of onward transport options. The railway replacement services can be found directly outside the station entrance, along with nearby bus and taxi services to facilitate your travel. Planning a cycling adventure? While there's no official bicycle hire at the station, cycling facilities offer convenience for those bringing their own bikes.
If you need to plan a bus journey from the station, you can find vital information in printable format here
Warrington Central is an ideal starting point for an exciting journey. If the lure of city lights beckons, consider a trip to Manchester Oxford Road or hit the cultural hotspots at Liverpool Lime Street. Trains also depart regularly for Sheffield or, if you prefer a coastal adventure, why not explore Blackpool North? For a closer journey, you might consider visiting Warrington West or take a scenic ride to Edinburgh Waverley. These routes and more open a world of possibilities, easily accessible from Warrington Central.
Warrington Central is more than a station; it's a gateway to adventure, expertly blending history and modern convenience. Whether you are a daily commuter or an adventurer seeking new horizons, this station offers everything you need for a successful journey. With fascinating travel options and efficient services, your journey from Warrington Central is bound to be remarkable. Next time you're planning to travel, let Warrington Central be the start of your adventure. Safe travels!
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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 | If the station is not staffed please use our helpline 08002006060 | ||
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Customer information | DepartureScreens Announcements | ||
Staff help available | |||
Customer help points | Yes | ||
Customer services notes | 08002006060 | ||
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 throughout the whole station.
Step free access is available to both platforms at the station. Customer Lifts are available from first to last train. To find our more about travelling around this station, please see the 360 map click here |
Ticket barriers and gates | Yes |
Accessible ticket machines | Yes |
Induction loop | Yes |
Ramp for train access | Yes |
Accessible Toilets | No |
Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Warrington Central |
Seating area | Yes |
Wheelchairs available | Yes |
Getting to and from the station | |
Accessible taxis here | No |
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up point | No |
Accessible spaces | 4 |
Accessible car park equipment | True None |
Staff Help | |
Staff help available | |
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 These toilets are available during booking office opening hours |
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Accessible Toilets | No |
Baby Changing | Yes |
Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Warrington Central |
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Seating area | Yes |
1st Class Lounge | No |
Station Car Park | |||||||||||||
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Operator | None | ||||||||||||
Car Parking Availability |
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Spaces | 71 | ||||||||||||
Accessible spaces | 4 | ||||||||||||
Accessible car park equipment | Yes | ||||||||||||
Car park CCTV | Yes | ||||||||||||
Parking charges |
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Refreshment Facilities | Available |
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ATM Machine | No |
Shops | Available |
Currency Exchange | No |
Pay Phones | Yes |
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Public Wi-Fi | No |
Bicycle Storage | |
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Spaces | 24 Platforms 1 and 2 |
Type of Storage | Stands, |
Sheltered | Yes |
CCTV | Yes |
Bicycle Hire | |
Cycle Hire Information | Available Not available at this station. |
Pick Up / Drop Off at the Bus Stops outside the Station Entrance. |
The nearest taxi rank is outside the station. |
Information to plan your onward journey is available in a printable format here |
Available Not available at this station. |
Arriving from | Train | Arrival Time | Platform | Status |
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from Liverpool Lime Street | Northern | 06:32 | 1 | 06:49 This train has been delayed by this train being late from the depot |
from Liverpool Lime Street | Northern | 06:54 | 1 | On time |
from Manchester Oxford Road | Northern | 07:08 | 2 | On time |
from Manchester Oxford Road | Northern | 07:16 | 2 | On time |
from Liverpool Lime Street | East Midlands Railway | 07:17 | 1 | On time |
from Liverpool Lime Street | Northern | 07:32 | 1 | On time |
from Sheffield | TransPennine Express | 07:35 | 2 | On time |
Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
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to Liverpool Lime Street | Northern | 06:50 | 2 | On time |
to Manchester Oxford Road | Northern | 06:54 | 1 | On time |
to Liverpool Lime Street | Northern | 07:09 | 2 | On time |
to Norwich | East Midlands Railway | 07:17 | 1 | On time |
to Manchester Oxford Road | Northern | 07:24 | 2 | On time |
to Liverpool Lime Street | TransPennine Express | 07:35 | 2 | On time |
to Liverpool Lime Street | Northern | 07:42 | 2 | On time |