Fort Matilda station
Newark Street
Greenock
Inverclyde
PA16 7TS
Fort Matilda Station can be found on Newark Street in Greenock as shown on the map, and is operated by ScotRail.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Fort Matilda Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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Tucked away in the charming town of Greenock, Fort Matilda Train Station is a quaint yet significant hub for commuters and travelers alike. With its rich historical context, the station not only serves as a crucial endpoint for daily commuters but also as a starting point for explorers venturing into the rustic beauty of Scotland. Whether you're planning a leisurely escape or a weekly work trip, Fort Matilda station ensures connectivity, comfort, and convenience to all passengers.
Fort Matilda may be small but it’s packed with essential facilities. Although it lacks a traditional ticket office, ticket machines are available for collecting pre-purchased tickets, including options for those with accessibility needs. If you're planning to travel with a smartcard, note that while the station features smartcard validators, it does not issue them on-site.
Passenger help points provide essential support, although there's no live staff assistance, so it's recommended that passengers requiring extra help use the helpline service to arrange support ahead of time. Moreover, the station is equipped with an induction loop to aid those with hearing impairments. CCTV coverage offers an added layer of security.
While Fort Matilda offers partial step-free access, it is a Category B station. Passengers can access platform 1 easily, but accessing platform 2 requires using a footbridge with steps—therefore, those with mobility issues might face challenges here. For anyone planning to drive, the parking area is open 24 hours, boasting 19 spaces, including accessible bays that are free of charge. Unfortunately, there are no refreshment facilities or opportunity for shopping at the station, nor does it have toilets or baby-changing amenities.
Need to get further afield? Transportation links from Fort Matilda expand your journey opportunities. If you need a taxi, websites like TrainTaxi will provide you with local options. Buses to and from Newark Street in front of the station make public transport an easier option for onward travel. For detailed travel planning by bus, get in touch with Traveline Scotland through their website or hotline.
If you're seeking some travel inspiration, Fort Matilda Station offers convenient routes to some of Scotland’s bustling cities and towns. You might consider hopping on a train to Glasgow Central for a taste of city life or make your way to Edinburgh to soak in historical landmarks. If staying local, routes to Port Glasgow or Gourock might be on your itinerary.
Embrace the beauty, convenience, and opportunities Fort Matilda station has in store for you. Whether your journey is towards major hubs like Glasgow Queen Street or the cultural richness of Edinburgh Haymarket, this station ensures you kick-start your journey on the right track. Delve into your exploration spirit and let the scenic routes and charming stops encourage you to broaden your travel horizons.
Plan wisely, prepare accordingly, and enjoy your next venture starting from Fort Matilda Train Station—where your next great journey awaits!
| Ticket Office | |
|---|---|
| Ticket Office Opening hours | There is no ticket office at Fort Matilda, 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 |
| 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 Fort Matilda | ||
| Customer help points | Yes | ||
| Customer services notes | |||
| Luggage storage | No | ||
| Lost property |
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| CCTV at the station | Yes |
| Station Accessibility | |
|---|---|
| Step-free access | Step free access is available in parts of this station. This is a Category B station. Level to platform 1 and connecting footbridge with stairs to platform 2. Please take care when boarding/alighting the train at platform 2 as the stepping distance between the train and the platform may be more prominent than at other platforms. Blue Badge parking bays: 2 |
| Ticket barriers and gates | No |
| Accessible ticket machines | Yes |
| Induction loop | Yes |
| Ramp for train access | No |
| 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 | 2 |
| Accessible car park equipment | True None |
| Staff Help | |
| Staff help available | There is no staff help available at Fort Matilda |
| 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 |
|---|---|
| Accessible Toilets | No |
| Baby Changing | No |
| Waiting rooms | |
|---|---|
| Seating area | Yes |
| 1st Class Lounge | No |
| Station Car Park | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Operator | None | ||
| Car Parking Availability |
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| Spaces | 19 | ||
| Accessible spaces | 2 | ||
| Accessible car park equipment | Yes | ||
| Car park CCTV | No | ||
| Parking charges |
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| Refreshment Facilities | No |
|---|---|
| ATM Machine | No |
| Shops | No |
| Currency Exchange | No |
| Pay Phones | No |
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| Public Wi-Fi | No |
| Bicycle Storage | |
|---|---|
| Spaces | 10 |
| Type of Storage | Stands, |
| Sheltered | No |
| CCTV | No |
| Bicycle Hire | |
| Cycle Hire Information | There are no cycle hire facilities at this station |
Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on Newark Street in front of the station. Please click on the link below for the exact bus pick up location:- |
visit www.traintaxi.co.uk for details of taxis available for hire |
for details of bus services, visit www.travelinescotland.com or call 0871 200 22 33 (24 hours) |
| Arriving from | Train | Arrival Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| from Glasgow Central | ScotRail | 22:22 | 2 | On time |
| from Gourock | ScotRail | 22:29 | 1 | On time |
| from Glasgow Central | ScotRail | 22:53 | 2 | On time |
| from Gourock | ScotRail | 23:00 | 1 | On time |
| from Glasgow Central | ScotRail | 23:07 | 2 | On time |
| from Gourock | ScotRail | 23:29 | 1 | On time |
| from Glasgow Central | ScotRail | 23:52 | 2 | On time |
| Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| to Gourock | ScotRail | 22:22 | 2 | On time |
| to Glasgow Central | ScotRail | 22:29 | 1 | On time |
| to Gourock | ScotRail | 22:53 | 2 | On time |
| to Glasgow Central | ScotRail | 23:00 | 1 | On time |
| to Gourock | ScotRail | 23:07 | 2 | On time |
| to Glasgow Central | ScotRail | 23:29 | 1 | On time |
| to Gourock | ScotRail | 23:52 | 2 | On time |