Wivelsfield station
Leylands Road
Burgess Hill
West Sussex
RH15 0QF
Wivelsfield Station can be found on Leylands Road in Burgess Hill as shown on the map, and is operated by Southern.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Wivelsfield Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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Nestled in East Sussex, Wivelsfield train station serves the bustling commuter and local traveler alike. With easy connections to various popular destinations, it's a crucial stop for many rail travelers navigating the UK's extensive rail network. Whether you're passing through for work or embarking on a leisurely journey, Wivelsfield offers the facilities you need for a smooth travel experience.
At Wivelsfield, you'll find a ticket office that's open from 6:10 AM to 7:35 PM on weekdays and Saturdays, with slightly reduced hours on Sundays. Ticket machines are available for those who prefer to purchase their tickets or collect pre-booked ones conveniently. It's heartening to know that these machines are accessible for those traveling with a Disabled Persons Railcard. While the station design ensures some level of accessibility, assistance is on hand if required, with staff available during most operational hours.
Security is also a priority at Wivelsfield, with CCTV in place to provide peace of mind to all travelers. While eventful experiences may be rare, knowing lost property is managed by Southern can be reassuring to those prone to misplacing items in the rush of travel.
Wivelsfield station acts as a convenient springboard for numerous destinations. Though step-free access is provided to platform 2 via a ramp from Gordon Road, travelers should be aware that access to platform 1 involves steps only. For mobility support, a staff-operated ramp aids in train boarding. It’s worth arriving a bit earlier for assured assistance, especially if you have booked in advance.
When it comes to onward travel, options abound despite the station's quaint setting. Local bus routes can be planned via the ‘Onward Travel Information Map.’ Although there aren’t direct cycle hire facilities, bike racks are available for those who prefer eco-friendly travel.
If you're pondering an adventure or a simple commute, trains from Wivelsfield to Brighton, Haywards Heath, and London Victoria beckon with the promise of urban exploration or perhaps a quiet countryside retreat. For more culture-rich endeavors, head towards Lewes or embark on a longer journey to Eastbourne. For international journeys, catch a train to Gatwick Airport for a seamless transition to your next global destination.
Wivelsfield station, though modest, certainly pulls its weight in the Southern railway network. Offering a mixture of essential services and connectivity, it's a pivotal point for both commuters and travelers at large. Ensure to plan ahead, particularly if assistance is needed, and enjoy the benefits of a well-situated station that caters to your journey's needs, whatever they may be.
Start your new adventure from Wivelsfield with confidence, knowing the station is there to support you at every leg of your journey, whether by bus, train, or last-minute taxi dash!
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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 All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be. Please check the station map or the 'step free access' section before making your way to the station. | ||||||
| Induction loop | Yes | ||||||
| Smartcards | |||||||
| Smartcards issued at this station | Yes | ||||||
| Smartcard validators | Yes | ||||||
| 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 | Assistance can be provided via the help points, located on the platforms, at all times of the day. | ||||||
| Luggage storage | No | ||||||
| Lost property | Southern | ||||||
| CCTV at the station | Yes |
| Station Accessibility | |||||||
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| Step-free access | Step free access is available in parts of this station. This is a Category B3 station: Step free access to platform 2 (to Brighton/Lewes) via ramp accessed from Gordon Road. Steps only to platform 1 (to London). No step free access between platforms. The Assistance Meeting Point is between the booking hall and the subway entrance. | ||||||
| Ticket barriers and gates | No | ||||||
| Accessible ticket machines | Yes All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be. Please check the station map or the 'step free access' section before making your way to the station. | ||||||
| Induction loop | Yes | ||||||
| Ramp for train access | Yes A staff-operated ramp is required for step-free access between train and platform at this station. Station staff are usually available at the times listed. A Mobile Assistance team also covers this station. You can arrange assistance by:
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| Accessible Toilets | No | ||||||
| Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Wivelsfield | ||||||
| Seating area | Yes | ||||||
| Wheelchairs available | No | ||||||
| Getting to and from the station | |||||||
| Accessible taxis here | No | ||||||
| Impaired mobility set down/pick-up point | Yes Located at the accessible entrance to platform 2 | ||||||
| Accessible spaces | None | ||||||
| Accessible car park equipment | No | ||||||
| Staff Help | |||||||
| Staff help available |
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| Customer Help Points and Meeting Point | Yes | ||||||
| Helpline | Assistance can be pre booked up to two hours before departure by contacting Assisted Travel. If you choose to travel unbooked (turn up and go), when the station is staffed, our station staff can provide assistance getting on and off the train and assistance around the station and to the platform. Please contact a member of staff on arrival. Most trains at this station have on board staff who are trained to step onto the platform when the train arrives so they can provide assistance on and off the train. You can also arrange assistance by:
Whether you pre book assistance or travel on a 'turn up and go' basis, we recommend arriving 20 minutes prior to your train departing. This is to allow us to make sure arrangements are in place at your destination, or interchange, station such as the availability of staff and lifts. If there is insufficient time to check these arrangements, we may assist you onto the next available train. For further information on assisted travel please see: | ||||||
| Toilets | Yes Located on platform 2. These toilets are open during staffed hours. |
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| Accessible Toilets | No |
| Baby Changing | No |
| Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Wivelsfield |
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| Seating area | Yes |
| 1st Class Lounge | No |
| 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 | 10 Bike racks can be found at the bottom of the stairs, leading to the ticket office and platform 2. Cycles are left at owners risk. Abandoned cycles may be removed. |
| Type of Storage | Stands, Racks, |
| Sheltered | No |
| CCTV | Yes |
| Bicycle Hire | |
| Cycle Hire Information | There are no cycle hire facilities at this station |
Please click the link for details regarding the rail replacement bus location. |
Information to plan your onward journey is available in the ‘Onward Travel Information Map’, located in the ‘Maps’ section below. |
| Arriving from | Train | Arrival Time | Platform | Status |
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| from Bedford | Thameslink | 09:56 | 2 | On time |
| from Brighton | Thameslink | 09:56 | 1 | 10:02 |
| from Eastbourne | Southern | 10:11 | 1 | On time |
| from London Victoria | Southern | 10:12 | 2 | On time |
| from Brighton | Thameslink | 10:14 | 1 | On time |
| from Bedford | Thameslink | 10:26 | 2 | On time |
| from Ore | Southern | 10:41 | 1 | On time |
| from London Victoria | Southern | 10:42 | 2 | On time |
| from Brighton | Thameslink | 10:44 | 1 | On time |
| from Bedford | Thameslink | 10:56 | - | On time |
| Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| to Brighton | Thameslink | 09:56 | 2 | On time |
| to Cambridge | Thameslink | 09:56 | 1 | 10:02 |
| to London Victoria | Southern | 10:11 | 1 | On time |
| to Eastbourne | Southern | 10:12 | 2 | On time |
| to Bedford | Thameslink | 10:14 | 1 | On time |
| to Brighton | Thameslink | 10:26 | 2 | On time |
| to London Victoria | Southern | 10:41 | 1 | On time |
| to Ore | Southern | 10:42 | 2 | On time |
| to Bedford | Thameslink | 10:44 | 1 | On time |
| to Brighton | Thameslink | 10:56 | - | On time |