Wood Street (Walthamstow) station
Wood Street
Walthamstow
Greater London
E17 3LX
Wood Street Station can be found on Wood Street in Walthamstow as shown on the map, and is operated by London Overground.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Wood Street Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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Nestled in the heart of Walthamstow, Wood Street train station serves as a quaint yet vital link for daily commuters and adventurous travelers alike. Known for its ease of connectivity and the cultural buzz of the surrounding area, this station plays a pivotal role in the magic of everyday travel. Whether you're a local or visitor, this guide will help you navigate Wood Street Station, explore its facilities, and plan your journey effectively.
Wood Street Station boasts a modest range of facilities aimed at enhancing your travel experience. Although the ticket office has limited opening hours, from 06:30 to 10:00 on weekdays, there are ticket machines available for self-service. It's reassuring to know you can collect tickets bought online directly from the ticket machine when you arrive. Accessibility is a mixed bag, though; while there are accessible ticket machines, step-free access is notably absent, making it essential to consider mobility needs ahead of time.
If you need help, there are customer help points and staff on hand from early morning through to the late afternoon on weekdays and Saturdays, with slightly reduced hours on Sundays. The station also features CCTV for added security. While traditional customer services like luggage storage and accessible toilets are missing, there are seating areas and vending machines to keep you hydrated and satiated while you wait.
Getting around from Wood Street is seamless thanks to an array of transport links. With Transport for London buses operating from directly outside the station, catching a bus to your next destination is both convenient and straightforward. For those occasions when train services are disrupted, rail replacement options today are clearly signposted, with buses departing from designated stops on the station's main street.
Wood Street is more than just a stop on your journey—it’s your gateway to an array of exciting destinations. You might explore the pulse of the city with a trip to London Liverpool Street or venture a little closer to indulge in the vibrant atmosphere of Walthamstow Central. For those with a penchant for greenery and walking, Highams Park offers scenic beauty. Or perhaps you’re enticed by the sleek modernity of the Elizabeth Line at Canary Wharf. You’re spoilt for choice.
While Wood Street station may not be the largest or the most modern, it offers a unique charm and straightforward utilities that make it suitable for both regular travellers and occasional visitors. If you plan your visits around the station's services, you’ll find navigating your journey smooth and enjoyable. Remember to always check the latest train timetables and consider off-peak travel to get the best deals.
Whether you’re headed into the city, exploring nearby towns, or connecting to further services across London, Wood Street station remains an integral node in your travel experience. Spend some time in the area - it may surprise you with its eclectic mix of dining and shopping, completing your travel experience with both efficiency and enjoyment. Safe travels!
| Ticket Office | |||
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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 | No | ||
| Smartcard validators | No | ||
| Information available from staff | Yes - from help point | ||||||
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| Customer information | DepartureScreens ArrivalScreens Announcements | ||||||
| Staff help available |
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| Customer help points | Yes | ||||||
| Customer services notes | 0343 222 1234 | ||||||
| Luggage storage | No | ||||||
| Lost property | None | ||||||
| CCTV at the station | Yes |
| Station Accessibility | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Step-free access | There is no step free access to platforms. | ||||||
| Ticket barriers and gates | No | ||||||
| Accessible ticket machines | Yes | ||||||
| Induction loop | Yes | ||||||
| Ramp for train access | No | ||||||
| Accessible Toilets | No | ||||||
| Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Wood Street | ||||||
| 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 | No | ||||||
| Staff Help | |||||||
| Staff help available |
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| Customer Help Points and Meeting Point | Yes | ||||||
| Helpline | |||||||
| Toilets | No |
|---|---|
| Accessible Toilets | No |
| Baby Changing | No |
| Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Wood Street |
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| Seating area | Yes |
| 1st Class Lounge | No |
| Refreshment Facilities | Available Cold drinks vending machine Food vending machine |
|---|---|
| ATM Machine | No |
| Shops | No |
| Currency Exchange | No |
| Pay Phones | Yes |
|---|---|
| Public Wi-Fi | Available |
| Bicycle Storage | |
|---|---|
| Spaces | 4 4 sheffield stand spaces Located outside station |
| Type of Storage | Stands, |
| Sheltered | No |
| CCTV | Yes |
| Bicycle Hire | |
| Cycle Hire Information | There are no cycle hire facilities at this station |
Use Bus stop V in Wood Street for northbound services to Chingford Use Bus stop L in Wood Street for southbound services to Liverpool Street |
Transport for London buses operate from outside the station |
| Arriving from | Train | Arrival Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| from Chingford | London Overground | 09:20 | 1 | On time |
| from London Liverpool Street | London Overground | 09:21 | 2 | On time |
| from Chingford | London Overground | 09:35 | 1 | On time |
| from London Liverpool Street | London Overground | 09:36 | 2 | On time |
| from Chingford | London Overground | 09:47 | 1 | On time |
| from London Liverpool Street | London Overground | 09:51 | 2 | On time |
| from Chingford | London Overground | 10:02 | 1 | On time |
| from London Liverpool Street | London Overground | 10:06 | 2 | On time |
| from Chingford | London Overground | 10:17 | 1 | On time |
| from London Liverpool Street | London Overground | 10:21 | 2 | On time |
| Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| to London Liverpool Street | London Overground | 09:20 | 1 | On time |
| to Chingford | London Overground | 09:21 | 2 | On time |
| to London Liverpool Street | London Overground | 09:35 | 1 | On time |
| to Chingford | London Overground | 09:36 | 2 | On time |
| to London Liverpool Street | London Overground | 09:47 | 1 | On time |
| to Chingford | London Overground | 09:51 | 2 | On time |
| to London Liverpool Street | London Overground | 10:02 | 1 | On time |
| to Chingford | London Overground | 10:06 | 2 | On time |
| to London Liverpool Street | London Overground | 10:17 | 1 | On time |
| to Chingford | London Overground | 10:21 | 2 | On time |