Whaley Bridge station
Market Street
Whaley Bridge
Derbyshire
SK23 7AA
Whaley Bridge Station can be found on Market Street in Whaley Bridge as shown on the map, and is operated by Northern.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Whaley Bridge Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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Nestled in the High Peak district of Derbyshire, Whaley Bridge train station serves as a charming gateway to explore the best of the area's idyllic landscapes. Situated a stone's throw away from the village centre, this station plays an essential role for commuters, local residents, and tourists alike. While it may lack some modern facilities you might find in larger city stations, its quaint, rural appeal more than compensates.
The station operates a ticket office with limited hours, specifically from 06:50 to 13:20 on weekdays and Saturdays. For those who prefer a speedy option, ticket machines are available to purchase and collect tickets, including those booked online. While the station issues smartcards, it lacks validators, which is something to keep in mind if you rely on this form of fare payment.
Step-free access is somewhat available, with sloped pathways leading to platforms, though users should be aware of the larger-than-usual gap between the train and platforms. Notably absent are facilities like public Wi-Fi, toilets, waiting rooms, refreshment kiosks, and ATMs. However, it does offer basic amenities such as seating areas and eight bicycle stands with CCTV monitoring.
Whaley Bridge station is well-connected to local transport links. For rail replacement services to Buxton and Manchester, buses pick up opposite the Joddrell Arms Pub on Market Street. Should you need a taxi, services can be arranged through Northern Railway's Cab Service. Also, nearby bus stops make it easy to switch from train to bus for a seamless travel experience, offering connections through a handy busline service on number 0871 200 2233.
This humble station is more than just a stop along the way; it's your ticket to a variety of destinations. Regular trains connect you to buzzing urban hubs like Manchester Piccadilly and Buxton, or to nearby areas including Stockport, Hazel Grove, and Preston. If adventure is calling, routes like London Euston and Leeds are easily within reach.
Whether you're headed to work, visiting friends or exploring the picturesque surroundings, Whaley Bridge station acts as a serene starting point. And while it might not have all the bells and whistles, the scenic trains and convenient links to major towns and cities make it a great base for your travels.
So, as you purchase your next train ticket, remember that Whaley Bridge train station is part of a journey, not just a destination. Ponder over your travel plans under the Derbyshire skies, and prepare to step aboard a train that could lead you anywhere from serene hills to bustling streets.
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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 | If the station is not staffed please use our helpline 08002006060 | ||||||
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| Customer information | DepartureScreens Announcements | ||||||
| Staff help available |
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| 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 in parts of this station.
The station forecourt/car park slopes steeply upwards from its entrance at the junction of Market street and Reservoir Road. Access to the Buxton platform is step-free via a tarmac footpath along the front of the station building to a gate onto the platform, or via 10 steps up to the ticket office then one step down onto the platform. Step-free access to the Manchester platform is via a sloping path from Station View and through a gate onto the platform. A stepped footbridge connects the two platforms. However there is a large gap between the train and platform on both platforms. To find our more about travelling around this station, please see the 360 map click here | ||||
| Ticket barriers and gates | No | ||||
| Accessible ticket machines | Yes | ||||
| Induction loop | Yes | ||||
| Ramp for train access | Yes | ||||
| Accessible Toilets | No | ||||
| Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Whaley Bridge | ||||
| Seating area | Yes | ||||
| Wheelchairs available | No | ||||
| Getting to and from the station | |||||
| Accessible taxis here | No | ||||
| Impaired mobility set down/pick-up point | No | ||||
| Accessible spaces | None | ||||
| 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 | No |
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| Accessible Toilets | No |
| Baby Changing | No |
| Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Whaley Bridge |
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| Seating area | Yes |
| 1st Class Lounge | No |
| Station Car Park | |||||||
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| Operator | Northern | ||||||
| Car Parking Availability |
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| Spaces | 30 | ||||||
| Accessible spaces | 0 | ||||||
| Accessible car park equipment | Yes | ||||||
| Car park CCTV | No | ||||||
| Parking charges |
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| Refreshment Facilities | No |
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| ATM Machine | No |
| Shops | No |
| Currency Exchange | No |
| Pay Phones | No |
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| Public Wi-Fi | No |
| Bicycle Storage | |
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| Spaces | 8 8 hoops Station entrance |
| Type of Storage | Stands, |
| Sheltered | No |
| CCTV | Yes |
| Bicycle Hire | |
| Cycle Hire Information | Available Not available at this station. |
For Buxton - bus stop opposite the Joddrell Arms Pub on Market Street, for Manchester bus stop outside the Joddrell Arms Pub at the bottom of the station approach road. |
Bus stop opposite side of road. Busline 0871 200 2233 |
Available Not available at this station. |
| Arriving from | Train | Arrival Time | Platform | Status |
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| from Buxton | Northern | 06:06 | 2 | On time |
| from Buxton | Northern | 06:31 | 2 | On time |
| from Buxton | Northern | 07:01 | 2 | On time |
| from Manchester Piccadilly | Northern | 07:02 | 1 | On time |
| from Manchester Piccadilly | Northern | 07:31 | 1 | On time |
| from Buxton | Northern | 07:32 | 2 | On time |
| Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| to Manchester Piccadilly | Northern | 06:06 | 2 | On time |
| to Manchester Piccadilly | Northern | 06:31 | 2 | On time |
| to Manchester Piccadilly | Northern | 07:01 | 2 | On time |
| to Buxton | Northern | 07:03 | 1 | On time |
| to Buxton | Northern | 07:31 | 1 | On time |
| to Manchester Piccadilly | Northern | 07:33 | 2 | On time |