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About Cooden Beach (COB) Train Station

Station managed by: Southern

Cooden Beach station
Cooden Sea Road
Cooden
East Sussex
TN39 4TT

Cooden Beach Station can be found on Cooden Sea Road in Cooden as shown on the map, and is operated by Southern.

Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Cooden Beach Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.

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Everything you need to know about Cooden Beach Station

Discovering Cooden Beach Train Station

Nestled in the scenic coastal region of East Sussex, Cooden Beach Train Station is a charming hub for travelers exploring the south of England. Whether you're a daily commuter or a leisurely traveler, this station is a gateway to picturesque beaches and quaint English towns. With a blend of essential services and local attractions, Cooden Beach serves as a convenient stepping stone for your travel needs. Let's delve into the details of what this station has to offer and how it can enhance your journey.

Facilities and Services

Cooden Beach Train Station is equipped with modern amenities to ensure a seamless travel experience. The ticket office is open from 06:15 to 18:30 on weekdays and Saturdays, and from 08:00 to 16:00 on Sundays. For added convenience, ticket machines are available for purchasing and collecting tickets, including those bought online. Accessibility is thoughtfully considered with all Southern ticket machines offering Disabled Persons Railcard discounts.

Although the station is friendly to customers needing assistance, certain areas such as step-free access require attention. There are steep ramps to platforms and for a completely smooth journey, assistance can be arranged in advance through Southern Rail's dedicated helpline. While facilities like waiting rooms or accessible toilets are not present, there is a seating area perfect for those brief pauses during your journey. Moreover, CCTV ensures a secure environment throughout.

Onward Travel Connections

Continuing your journey from Cooden Beach is simple with various onward travel options. While there is no designated cycle hire, limited bicycle storage is available in the subway as Cooden Beach encourages sustainable transport. Although there are no bus services directly from the station, the "Onward Travel Information Map" offers guidance for planning subsequent parts of your journey.

Popular Travel Routes

If you're looking to explore the vibrant locales around Cooden Beach, the station is your starting point for numerous exciting destinations. Why not hop on a train to historical Eastbourne or make your way to the bustling London Victoria? The station also connects you to other remarkable places such as Hastings, Brighton, and Gatwick Airport. More tranquil journeys to Hamlets like Rye (Sussex) also make for delightful day trips.

Conclusion

With its ideal location and efficient services, Cooden Beach Train Station is much more than just a place to catch a train. It brings together history, convenience, and adventure for every kind of traveler. Whether you're headed to a classic British town or a secluded seaside escape, Cooden Beach propels you on your journey with ease and style. So next time you're planning to travel by rail, consider the myriad possibilities that begin from this delightful station. Safe travels!

Cooden Beach Station details & facilities

Ticket Office
Ticket Office Opening hours
Monday to Friday:06:15 to 18:30
Saturday:06:15 to 18:30
Sunday:08:00 to 16:00
Ticket machinesYes
Collect tickets bought onlineYes

Collect tickets at the ticket machine

Accessible ticket machinesYes

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 loopYes
Smartcards
Smartcards issued at this stationYes
Smartcard validatorsYes
Information available from staff

Yes - from help point

Customer information

DepartureScreens

ArrivalScreens

Announcements

Staff help available
Monday to Friday:06:15 to 18:30
Saturday:06:15 to 18:30
Sunday:08:00 to 16:00
Customer help pointsYes
Customer services notes

Assistance can be provided via the help points, located on the platforms, at all times of the day.

Luggage storageNo
Lost property

Southern

CCTV at the stationYes
Station Accessibility
Step-free access

Step free access is available in parts of this station.

This is a Category B2 station: Steep ramps to platforms (greater than 400m, above 1:10 gradient).

The Assistance Meeting Point is by the Ticket Office.

Ticket barriers and gatesNo
Accessible ticket machinesYes

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 loopYes
Ramp for train accessYes

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.

Also, some trains 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:

  • Pressing the “emergency & assisted travel” button on a station Help Point
  • Calling our freephone number: 0800 138 1016
  • Textphone: 0800 138 1018

Accessible ToiletsNo
Waiting roomsThere is no waiting room office at Cooden Beach
Seating areaYes
Wheelchairs availableNo
Getting to and from the station
Accessible taxis hereNo
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up pointYes

Whilst there is no dedicated area, there is ample space for impaired mobility set down / pick up at the front of the station

Accessible spaces1
Accessible car park equipmentNo
Staff Help
Staff help available
Monday to Friday:06:15 to 18:30
Saturday:06:15 to 18:30
Sunday:08:00 to 16:00
Customer Help Points and Meeting PointYes
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:

  • Pressing the “emergency & assisted travel” button on a station Help Point
  • Calling our Assisted Travel team on: 0800 138 1016
  • Texting us on: 0800 138 1018

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:

Accessibility at the station - Southern.

ToiletsNo
Accessible ToiletsNo
Baby ChangingNo
Waiting roomsThere is no waiting room office at Cooden Beach
Seating areaYes
1st Class LoungeNo
Station car park
OperatorAPCOA Parking UK
Car Parking Availability
Monday to Sunday:Open 24 hours
Spaces7
Accessible spaces1
Accessible car park equipmentNo
Car park CCTVNo
Parking chargesFree car parking available
Refreshment FacilitiesNo
ATM MachineNo
ShopsAvailable

Small convenience store next to the entrance of the station.

Currency ExchangeNo
Pay PhonesNo
Public Wi-FiNo
Bicycle Storage
Spaces4

Located in the Subway.

Cycles are left at owners risk. Abandoned cycles may be removed.

Type of StorageStands,
ShelteredNo
CCTVYes
Bicycle Hire
Cycle Hire InformationThere are no cycle hire facilities at this station

Transport Links to and from Cooden Beach Station

All you need to know about Cooden Beach's links with other modes of transport, including local bus services, taxis, care hire & more

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” below.

Live Departures and arrivals from Cooden Beach Station

Want to check the latest departures and arrivals into Cooden Beach station? Find live information for the next trains departing and arriving at the station below.

Arriving fromTrainArrival TimePlatformStatus
from EastbourneSouthern07:012On time
from HastingsSouthern07:081On time
from BrightonSouthern07:242On time
from Ashford InternationalSouthern07:251On time
from OreSouthern07:321On time
from London VictoriaSouthern07:482On time
from EastbourneSouthern08:082On time
from HastingsSouthern08:111On time
from Ashford InternationalSouthern08:251On time
from BrightonSouthern08:282On time
Going toTrainDeparture TimePlatformStatus
to Ashford InternationalSouthern07:012On time
to BrightonSouthern07:091On time
to HastingsSouthern07:242On time
to EastbourneSouthern07:251On time
to London VictoriaSouthern07:321On time
to OreSouthern07:482On time
to Ashford InternationalSouthern08:082On time
to BrightonSouthern08:111On time
to EastbourneSouthern08:261On time
to HastingsSouthern08:282On time