Cowden station
Blowers Hill
Cowden
Kent
TN8 7DS
Cowden (Kent) Station can be found on Blowers Hill in Cowden as shown on the map, and is operated by Southern.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Cowden (Kent) Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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Nestled in the picturesque county of Kent, Cowden train station serves as a quaint yet essential hub for travelers navigating the south of England's rail network. Despite its modest appearance, this station is packed with facilities and connections that make it a valuable stop for both commuters and leisure travelers. Whether you're planning a journey to bustling London or exploring other charming locales, Cowden offers a variety of options tailored to your itinerary. Let's delve into what you can expect from this station.
While Cowden (Kent) lacks a traditional ticket office, don't fret about grabbing your rail tickets. Conveniently positioned ticket machines allow you to collect tickets purchased online, making the process a breeze. What's more, these machines are designed to cater to everyone, including those with disabilities, by supporting Disabled Persons Railcard discounts.
Assistance can be accessed through strategically placed help points on the platforms. The station maintains up-to-date information with departure screens and announcements, ensuring you're always in the loop about your travel schedule. Although staffed assistance is not available on-site, the station's customer help points and the presence of CCTV offer an extra layer of support for travelers.
An emphasis on accessibility marks Cowden (Kent) as a Category A station, providing step-free access to all platforms. This makes it welcoming for passengers with mobility challenges. Assistance meeting points are set up conveniently on platforms, with a provision for staff-operated ramps for train access. Ample space is available for those needing to set down or pick up, though no dedicated setup exists.
In terms of parking, travelers are greeted by a spacious, free car park available 24/7, managed by APCOA Parking UK. You’ll find 36 spaces, including 2 accessible ones for added convenience. For bike enthusiasts, provisions for secure cycle storage are present, albeit limited to four spaces.
Along with train journeys, Cowden (Kent) accommodates passengers looking for alternative transport modes. While specific bus details are best found via an Onward Travel Information Map, information about rail replacement services is available to keep your journey hassle-free during unforeseen schedule changes.
When considering destinations, the station provides seamless connections to some of the busiest parts of London. Intriguingly, you can start your journey to major spots such as London Bridge, London Victoria, and East Croydon. If you're venturing to neighboring locales, catch a train to Crowborough or explore the beauty of Uckfield.
Furthermore, should you wish to explore more diverse spots, links exist to other significant terminals like Clapham Junction, St Pancras International, and London Charing Cross.
Embrace the journey from this humble yet efficient station, equipped to make your travel as seamless and comfortable as possible. Despite its simplicity, Cowden (Kent) train station is your gateway to an abundance of experiences, whether you're plotting a daily commute or an adventurous exploration. Be sure to plan ahead, considering the facilities at hand, and enjoy your journey with ease and convenience. Ready to move? Start your travel from Cowden (Kent) today!
| Ticket Office | |
|---|---|
| Ticket Office Opening hours | There is no ticket office at Cowden (Kent), 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 | 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 | No |
| Smartcard validators | Yes |
| Information available from staff | Yes - from help point |
|---|---|
| Customer information | DepartureScreens Announcements |
| Staff help available | There is no staff help available at Cowden (Kent) |
| 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 | |
|---|---|
| Step-free access | Step free access is available throughout the whole station. This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Assistance Meeting Point is on the platform. |
| 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 not usually available at this station. However, 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:
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| Accessible Toilets | No |
| Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Cowden (Kent) |
| Seating area | Yes |
| Wheelchairs available | No |
| Getting to and from the station | |
| Accessible taxis here | No |
| Impaired mobility set down/pick-up point | Yes Whilst there is no dedicated area, there is ample space for impaired mobility set down / pick up at the front of the station |
| Accessible spaces | 2 |
| Accessible car park equipment | No |
| Staff Help | |
| Staff help available | There is no staff help available at Cowden (Kent) |
| 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 | No |
|---|---|
| Accessible Toilets | No |
| Baby Changing | No |
| Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Cowden (Kent) |
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| Seating area | Yes |
| 1st Class Lounge | No |
| Station Car Park | |||
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| Operator | APCOA Parking UK | ||
| Car Parking Availability |
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| Spaces | 36 | ||
| Accessible spaces | 2 | ||
| Accessible car park equipment | No | ||
| Car park CCTV | No | ||
| Parking charges | Free car parking available | ||
| Refreshment Facilities | No |
|---|---|
| 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 | 4 Located in the station car park. Cycles are left at owners risk. Abandoned cycles may be removed. |
| Type of Storage | Stands, |
| 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” below |
| Arriving from | Train | Arrival Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| from East Croydon | Southern | 06:53 | 1 | 07:03 |
| from Uckfield | Southern | 07:00 | 1 | On time |
| from Uckfield | Southern | 07:30 | 1 | On time |
| from London Bridge | Southern | 07:53 | 1 | On time |
| from Uckfield | Southern | 08:00 | 1 | On time |
| Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| to Uckfield | Southern | 06:53 | 1 | 07:03 |
| to London Bridge | Southern | 07:00 | 1 | On time |
| to London Bridge | Southern | 07:30 | 1 | On time |
| to Uckfield | Southern | 07:53 | 1 | On time |
| to London Bridge | Southern | 08:00 | 1 | 08:02 |