Wickham Market station
Station Road
Campsea Ashe
Suffolk
IP13 0PT
Wickham Market Station can be found on Station Road in Campsea Ashe as shown on the map, and is operated by Greater Anglia.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Wickham Market Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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Nestled in the charming Suffolk countryside, Wickham Market Train Station provides a gateway to both local tranquil escapes and bustling city adventures. The station caters to a mix of travelers, from daily commuters to curious tourists eager to explore the quintessentially English landscapes. While this station may seem modest at first glance, it offers a suite of amenities and travel conveniences aimed at making your journey as smooth as possible.
Wickham Market Train Station is equipped with a variety of facilities that cater to the needs of its passengers. While there isn’t a traditional ticket office, you will find accessible ticket machines ready to serve those collecting online purchases. Additionally, smartcard validators are available for further convenience.
Accessibility is a priority here, with step-free access provided throughout the station, making it accommodating for passengers with reduced mobility. There's even an accessible toilet located in the Station House, along with a seating area for those waiting for their train. The station also features bicycle storage if you’re inclined to cycle part of your journey. For refreshment seekers, the onsite Café at the Station House is sure to hit the spot.
The travel opportunities extend beyond the station with robust onward travel connections. Rail replacement bus services pick up at the convenient station entrance, ensuring you’re always able to continue your journey smoothly, even during line closures. Although there are no formal cycle hire facilities or accessible taxis at Wickham Market, the station's proximity to bus stops facilitates relatively easy access to nearby transportation.
From this quiet yet essential station, a world of exploration awaits. For those looking to venture to bustling metropolises, trains from Wickham Market to London Liverpool Street provide seamless connections to the heart of England’s capital. Alternatively, for local explorations, heading to Woodbridge or Ipswich offers delightful glimpses of Suffolk life.
The exceptional flexibility of routes allows easy travel to other fascinating destinations including Norwich, a city awash with history and culture, or the coastal charms of Lowestoft. For those looking for a scenic journey, hopping on a train to Cambridge or Chelmsford yields rewarding vistas and enriching experiences.
Wickham Market Train Station acts as a vital connective point within the UK rail network. With its array of amenities and accessible services, it stands ready to facilitate whatever journey you have in mind. Whether you're off to explore the serene Suffolk countryside or heading into the heart of the city, the station is a convenient starting point and a delightful companion in your travel adventures.
So come, discover the upcoming chapters of your adventure—one click away through National Rail or your favorite train booking service, to secure the best fares and journey times. Safe travels await!
| Ticket Office | |
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| Ticket Office Opening hours | There is no ticket office at Wickham Market, but ticket machines are available to collect tickets from. |
| 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 | No |
| Smartcard validators | Yes |
| Information available from staff | Yes - from help point |
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| Customer information | DepartureScreens Announcements |
| Staff help available | |
| Customer help points | Yes |
| Customer services notes | Monday-Saturday 08:00-20:00 Sunday 10:00-20:00 Bank Holidays 09:00-18:00 The hours shown are for the Customer Relations team on 0345 600 7245 (option 8). Closed on Christmas Day and Boxing Day. |
| Luggage storage | No |
| Lost property | None |
| CCTV at the station | Yes |
| Station Accessibility | |
|---|---|
| Step-free access | Step free access is available throughout the whole station. This station has step free access to the single platform for trains towards both Ipswich and Lowestoft. This station is a category A station according to ORR station classification system. https://www.orr.gov.uk/media/10955 Assistance meeting point is on the platform, next to the yellow boarding ramp. |
| Ticket barriers and gates | No |
| Accessible ticket machines | Yes |
| Induction loop | Yes |
| Ramp for train access | Yes |
| Accessible Toilets | Yes Accessible toilet available in the Station House. Facilities operated by Station House Campsea House. |
| Waiting rooms | |
| 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 | 2 |
| 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 Accessible toilet in the Station House. Facilities operated by Station House Campsea House. |
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| Accessible Toilets | Yes Accessible toilet available in the Station House. Facilities operated by Station House Campsea House. |
| Baby Changing | Yes Baby Change available in the Station House. Facilities operated by Station House Campsea House. |
| Waiting rooms | |
|---|---|
| Seating area | Yes |
| 1st Class Lounge | No |
| Station Car Park | |||||||
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| Operator | Greater Anglia | ||||||
| Car Parking Availability |
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| Spaces | 8 | ||||||
| Accessible spaces | 2 | ||||||
| Accessible car park equipment | Yes | ||||||
| Car park CCTV | No | ||||||
| Parking charges |
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| Refreshment Facilities | Available |
|---|---|
| ATM Machine | No |
| Shops | No |
| Currency Exchange | No |
| Pay Phones | Yes |
|---|---|
| Public Wi-Fi | Available WiFi available in the Station House. Facilities operated by Station House Campsea House. |
| Bicycle Storage | |
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| Spaces | 20 There are five cycle stands in the station car park, between the entrance to the car park and the two accessible car parking spaces. There is also a sheltered cycle parking area providing five cycle stands on Platform 1 (for trains towards both Ipswich and Lowestoft) beyond the former station building. |
| Type of Storage | Stands, |
| Sheltered | Yes |
| CCTV | No |
| Bicycle Hire | |
| Cycle Hire Information | There are no cycle hire facilities at this station |
Rail replacement bus services pick up and drop off at the bus stops at the station entrance. |
| Arriving from | Train | Arrival Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| from Lowestoft | Greater Anglia | 08:25 | 1 | On time |
| from Ipswich | Greater Anglia | 09:42 | 1 | On time |
| from Lowestoft | Greater Anglia | 10:05 | 1 | On time |
| Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| to Ipswich | Greater Anglia | 08:25 | 1 | On time |
| to Lowestoft | Greater Anglia | 09:42 | 1 | On time |
| to Ipswich | Greater Anglia | 10:05 | 1 | On time |