Cosford station
Old Worcester Road
Cosford
West Midlands
WV7 3EY
Cosford Station can be found on Old Worcester Road in Cosford as shown on the map, and is operated by West Midlands Railway.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Cosford Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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Nestled in the picturesque landscape of Shropshire, Cosford Train Station serves as a gateway to many exciting destinations. While it might not boast bustling facilities, its simplicity provides a calm and straightforward travel experience for those familiar with the quirks of rural train travel. As a passenger, you'll find everything you need to make your journey smooth and enjoyable. Whether you're embarking on an adventure to the vibrant city of Birmingham or heading to the serene countryside of Shrewsbury, Cosford Train Station accommodates a myriad of journeys.
When it comes to acquiring tickets, Cosford Station offers essential facilities. While there is no ticket office, ticket machines are available, enabling travelers to collect their tickets bought online easily. An induction loop is in place to assist hearing-impaired passengers, though it's noteworthy that accessible ticket machines are absent, which might pose a challenge for some travelers.
Support-wise, assistance isn't as comprehensive as in larger stations. Staff help is not available, but there are customer help points for inquiries and departure screens to aid your travel planning. While CCTV isn't installed to enhance security, it remains a fleeting pit stop for those acquainted with rural train stations.
Accessibility-wise, Cosford Train Station is categorized as a step-free access category C station, indicating limited step-free access provisions. There are no ticket barriers, facilitating straightforward platform transitions, although the lack of accessible toilets and limited support might require additional planning for those with mobility impairments. For travelers requiring assistance boarding trains, a conductor is available on the platform to offer a helping hand where needed.
While Cosford Station might offer minimal amenities, it does connect adventurers to various transport links. For those requiring rail replacement services, vehicles are conveniently located near the café on Worcester Road. For bus travelers, information for planning onward journeys is readily accessible, ensuring that you'll always find a way to continue your trip beyond the tracks.
Cosford Railway Station is your ticket to exploring tantalizing destinations across the UK. Head over to Birmingham New Street or wander over to Wolverhampton for a mix of culture and entertainment. Prefer a more tranquil locale? Consider traveling to Shrewsbury. These connections give you the freedom to choose the kind of adventure you desire, from urban sophistication to rustic charm.
Set your sights on further horizons with a train journey from Cosford to London Euston, and discover all the capital has to offer. Or, perhaps you'd like a day trip to the historic city of Coventry or the academic atmosphere of University (Birmingham). The choices are as vast as your imagination allows.
With Cosford Train Station as your embarkation point, embark on a journey that's as expansive as your wanderlust. Though modest in its offerings, it provides a reliable and serene departure point to any corner of the UK. From bustling metropolises to peaceful countryside retreats, the destinations flowing from Cosford are varied and enticing. Wherever your journey takes you, it starts with the simple step of purchasing your ticket today. Let the rhythm of the railway be your guide to new experiences and fond memories.
Ticket Office | |
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Ticket Office Opening hours | There is no ticket office at Cosford, 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 | No |
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 Announcements |
Staff help available | There is no staff help available at Cosford |
Customer help points | Yes |
Customer services notes | Please contact our Contact Centre team on: 0333 311 0039. Who are open during the following times: Monday to Friday: 07:00 - 19:00 Saturday and Sunday: 08:00 - 16:00 Bank Holidays: 08:00 - 16:00 except Christmas Day and Boxing Day. |
Luggage storage | No |
Lost property | None |
CCTV at the station | No |
Station Accessibility | |
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Step-free access | Step free access is available in parts of this station. This station has been classified as a step-free access category C station. This means that this station does not have step-free access to any platform. More information on the step-free classification system can be found at https://www.orr.gov.uk/media/10955 The Assistance meeting point is on the platform that your service is due to depart. Please attract the attention of the Conductor who will assist you onto the train. |
Ticket barriers and gates | No |
Accessible ticket machines | No |
Induction loop | Yes |
Ramp for train access | Yes |
Accessible Toilets | No |
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 | None |
Accessible car park equipment | No |
Staff Help | |
Staff help available | There is no staff help available at Cosford |
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 | No |
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Accessible Toilets | No |
Baby Changing | No |
Waiting rooms | |
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Seating area | Yes |
1st Class Lounge | No |
None | |
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Operator | RAF - use blue spaces only |
Car Parking Availability | |
Spaces | 0 |
Accessible spaces | 0 |
Accessible car park equipment | No |
Car park CCTV | No |
Parking charges | Free car parking available |
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 | 12 Adjacent to platform access |
Type of Storage | Stands, |
Sheltered | Yes |
CCTV | No |
Bicycle Hire | |
Cycle Hire Information | There are no cycle hire facilities at this station |
Rail replacement vehicles will operate from the lamppost near to the café by the station on Worcester Road. Please check your destination before boarding. Please click here for walking directions from the station to the rail replacement bus stop. |
Information to plan your onward journey is available in a printable format here |
Arriving from | Train | Arrival Time | Platform | Status |
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from Birmingham New Street | West Midlands Trains | 08:16 | 2 | 08:20 |
from Shrewsbury | West Midlands Trains | 08:36 | 1 | On time |
from Birmingham New Street | West Midlands Trains | 09:15 | 2 | On time |
from Shrewsbury | West Midlands Trains | 09:36 | 1 | On time |
from Birmingham New Street | West Midlands Trains | 10:15 | 2 | On time |
Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
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to Shrewsbury | West Midlands Trains | 08:16 | 2 | 08:21 |
to Birmingham New Street | West Midlands Trains | 08:36 | 1 | On time |
to Shrewsbury | West Midlands Trains | 09:15 | 2 | On time |
to Birmingham New Street | West Midlands Trains | 09:36 | 1 | On time |
to Shrewsbury | West Midlands Trains | 10:15 | 2 | On time |