Witham station
Albert Road
Witham
Essex
CM8 2BS
Witham Station can be found on Albert Road in Witham as shown on the map, and is operated by Greater Anglia.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Witham Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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Situated in the charming Essex town of Witham, Witham Train Station is much more than simply a stop on your journey; it's a hub packed with facilities that cater to travelers making their way across the UK. Whether you're commuting for work, planning a shopping trip, or exploring the picturesque landscapes of Essex, Witham Station offers a range of amenities designed to make your journey as effortless and enjoyable as possible.
Witham Train Station takes pride in its comprehensive facilities aimed to accommodate all travelers. Whether you’re buying tickets or collecting them, the station is equipped to make the process seamless. The ticket office opens early and stays operational until late throughout the week, ensuring timely access to travel cards. For those who prefer digital transactions, tickets bought online can be conveniently collected from ticket machines, which are fully accessible for all passengers.
The station ensures an inclusive travel experience, with features like step-free access via lifts available for all platforms, making it accessible to everyone. In addition, Witham station is classified as a category A station by the Office of Rail and Road (ORR), indicating step-free access throughout the entire station. Waiting rooms open extensive hours, and amenities like accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available, adding to the station's appeal to families and travelers with mobility needs.
Security and assistance are also prioritized—with CCTV monitoring and staff help readily available throughout most of the day. Need a quick refreshment between travels? The LocoEspresso coffee shop delivers a robust cup to energize your day. Plus, there's a free water refill point, making it easy to stay hydrated while on the go.
Venturing further afield is straightforward with reliable transport links available from Witham Train Station. For those instances where rail services may be interrupted, rail replacement buses provide continuity, departing conveniently from Albert Road or the main station car park during planned works. While taxis remain a quintessential option for direct travel, local bus services also integrate seamlessly with rail services for efficient regional travel.
With possibilities around every corner, Witham Station is the perfect starting point for journeys to popular destinations. Experience the urban allure of London with frequent trains to London Liverpool Street and Stratford. If you’re aiming for a coastal retreat, you can easily travel to Colchester or Clacton-on-Sea. And don’t forget, nearby Essex towns such as Chelmsford and Braintree are just a short ride away, offering enticing shopping and dining experiences. Check out routes to London Liverpool Street or catch the scenic train to Ipswich for a historical adventure.
In the world of train travel, planning your journey and understanding your station’s amenities are integral to a stress-free experience. Understanding how the facilities at Witham Train Station cater to your needs will not only simplify the logistics of travel but might even enhance the enjoyment of your entire journey. Whether you're traveling for business, leisure, or discovery, Witham Train Station stands ready to serve as the gateway to your future travel adventures.
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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 | Yes - from help point Yes - from information point Yes - from ticket office | ||||||
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Customer information | DepartureScreens Announcements | ||||||
Staff help available |
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Customer help points | Yes | ||||||
Customer services notes | Monday-Saturday 08:00-20:00Sunday 10:00-20:00Bank 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 | |||||||
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Step-free access | Step free access is available throughout the whole station. This station has step free access to all platforms, from both entrances, via lifts. This station is a category A station according to ORR station classification system. https://www.orr.gov.uk/media/10955 Assistance meeting point is the customer information office on relevant platform. | ||||||
Ticket barriers and gates | No | ||||||
Accessible ticket machines | Yes | ||||||
Induction loop | Yes | ||||||
Ramp for train access | Yes | ||||||
Accessible Toilets | Yes | ||||||
Waiting rooms |
The waiting rooms are located in the station buildings on Platforms 1/2 (for trains towards London), and Platform 3/4 (for trains towards Colchester and Ipswich, and Braintree). | ||||||
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 | 21 | ||||||
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 The male and the female toilets are located in the station building on Platform 2 (for trains towards London). There are two accessible toilets available for radar key holders - one can be accessed via the waiting room on Platform 3 (for trains towards Colchester and Ipswich), and the other is inside the station building on Platforms 1/2 (for trains towards London). All toilets at this station are scheduled to be open at the following times: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 22:00Saturday 06:00 - 22:00Sunday 06:00 - 22:00 |
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Accessible Toilets | Yes |
Baby Changing | Yes |
Waiting rooms |
The waiting rooms are located in the station buildings on Platforms 1/2 (for trains towards London), and Platform 3/4 (for trains towards Colchester and Ipswich, and Braintree). | ||||||
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Seating area | Yes | ||||||
1st Class Lounge | No |
Station Car Park | |||||||||||||||||||
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Operator | National Car Parks Ltd | ||||||||||||||||||
Car Parking Availability |
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Spaces | 405 | ||||||||||||||||||
Accessible spaces | 21 | ||||||||||||||||||
Accessible car park equipment | Yes | ||||||||||||||||||
Car park CCTV | No | ||||||||||||||||||
Parking charges |
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Refreshment Facilities | Available LocoEspresso coffee shop Free water refill point located on Platform 3 (for trains towards Colchester and Ipswich) |
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ATM Machine | Available |
Shops | No |
Currency Exchange | No |
Pay Phones | No |
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Public Wi-Fi | Available |
Bicycle Storage | |
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Spaces | 46 There are 17 cycle stands located in between the accessible car parking bays in the station car park. A further four cycle stands are next to the same parking bays, and two sheltered stands are next to the car park exit. |
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 on Albert Road. When this station is being used as a rail-to-bus hub for pre-planned engineering works, buses will pick up and drop off in the main station car park. |
Arriving from | Train | Arrival Time | Platform | Status |
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from Colchester | Greater Anglia | 05:27 | 2 | On time |
from Ipswich | Greater Anglia | 05:46 | 2 | On time |
from Braintree | Greater Anglia | 05:55 | 4 | On time |
from Clacton-on-Sea | Greater Anglia | 05:59 | 2 | On time |
from London Liverpool Street | Greater Anglia | 06:10 | 3 | On time |
from Shenfield | Greater Anglia | 06:16 | 4 | On time |
from Clacton-on-Sea | Greater Anglia | 06:29 | 2 | On time |
from Colchester Town | Greater Anglia | 06:38 | 1 | On time |
from Clacton-on-Sea | Greater Anglia | 06:48 | 2 | On time |
Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
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to London Liverpool Street | Greater Anglia | 05:27 | 2 | On time |
to London Liverpool Street | Greater Anglia | 05:46 | 2 | On time |
to London Liverpool Street | Greater Anglia | 05:59 | 2 | On time |
to Clacton-on-Sea | Greater Anglia | 06:12 | 3 | On time |
to London Liverpool Street | Greater Anglia | 06:13 | 4 | On time |
to Braintree | Greater Anglia | 06:17 | 4 | On time |
to London Liverpool Street | Greater Anglia | 06:29 | 2 | On time |
to London Liverpool Street | Greater Anglia | 06:42 | 1 | On time |
to London Liverpool Street | Greater Anglia | 06:48 | 2 | On time |