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About Greenock Central (GKC) Train Station

Station managed by: ScotRail

Greenock Central station
Station Avenue
Greenock
Inverclyde
PA15 1DH

Greenock Central Station can be found on Station Avenue in Greenock as shown on the map, and is operated by ScotRail.

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

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Everything you need to know about Greenock Central Station

Discovering Greenock Central Train Station

Nestled in the charming town of Greenock, Greenock Central Train Station is a vital transit hub for locals and travelers alike. Whether you're a tourist exploring Scotland or a commuter on your daily travels, this station offers an array of facilities and connections to facilitate your journey. With a rich history rooted in the industrial revolution, Greenock itself is poised on the banks of the River Clyde, making it a scenic start to any adventure.

Facilities and Amenities

Greenock Central is equipped with several facilities designed for convenience and accessibility. The ticket office is staffed from Monday to Saturday, 7:20 AM to 8:34 PM, and on Sunday from 9:20 AM to 5:30 PM, ensuring you can purchase or collect your tickets with ease. For those with accessibility needs, the station features step-free access to parts of its platforms, and ramps are available for train access. Although smartcards are not issued at this station, validators are present for added convenience.

Regarding assistance, customer help points are stationed throughout, with staff available during ticket office hours. If you need help, you can reach out to ScotRail directly at customer.relations@scotrail.co.uk. Additionally, the station does house a few comfort amenities like waiting rooms; however, these are part of the ticket office, which also includes seating areas for your leisure.

Onward Travel Options

The station provides connections to numerous transport modes. For bus services, you can find rail replacement buses on Dalrymple Street. Taxis are readily available, ensuring you can continue your journey with minimal fuss. For more taxi details, visit www.traintaxi.co.uk. Although there are no dedicated car hire services or bicycle hire options directly at the station, the compact and convivial town is easy to navigate by walking or public transport.

Popular Train Journeys

Greenock Central serves as a convenient starting point for various popular routes, beckoning travelers to explore wider Scotland. Among the favored destinations, grab a train to Glasgow Central, which offers a plethora of attractions and vibrant culture. For a scenic seaside escape, head towards Gourock. If you're looking to explore Edinburgh's rich history, consider hopping onto a service heading for Edinburgh.

For those commuting locally, options such as Paisley Gilmour Street and Port Glasgow are available. You can also reach smaller stations like Bogston and Fort Matilda with ease.

End of the Line

In a world bustling with movement, Greenock Central Train Station stands as a gateway, leading you to explorations both near and far. From the coastal beauty of Ayrshire to the heart of Glasgow, the station remains a core part of the community. If your journey starts or ends here, rest assured that Greenock Central is equipped to meet your needs. So why wait? Book your tickets today and set off on your next adventure, knowing a welcoming station is ready to assist your travels.

Greenock Central Station details & facilities

Ticket Office
Ticket Office Opening hours
Monday to Friday:07:20 to 20:34
Saturday:07:20 to 20:34
Sunday:09:20 to 17:30
Ticket machinesYes
Collect tickets bought onlineYes

Collect tickets at the ticket machine

Accessible ticket machinesYes
Induction loopYes
Smartcards
Smartcards issued at this stationNo
Smartcard validatorsYes
Information available from staff

Yes - from help point

Yes - from ticket office

Customer information

DepartureScreens

Announcements

Staff help available
Monday:07:20 to 20:34
Sunday:09:20 to 17:30
Customer help pointsYes
Customer services notes

customer.relations@scotrail.co.uk

Luggage storageNo
Lost property
Monday to Sunday:07:00 to 21:00

ScotRail Lost Property Information

CCTV at the stationYes
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, ramp to platform 2 and stairs between platforms

Please take care when boarding/alighting the train towards the top of platform 1 and across all of platform 2, as the stepping distance between the platform and the train may be more prominent than at other areas of the platform.

Blue Badge parking bays: 2

Ticket barriers and gatesNo
Accessible ticket machinesYes
Induction loopYes
Ramp for train accessYes
Accessible ToiletsNo
Waiting rooms
Monday:07:10 to 20:40
Sunday:09:10 to 17:40

Part of ticket office

Seating areaYes
Wheelchairs availableNo
Getting to and from the station
Accessible taxis hereNo
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up pointNo
Accessible spaces2
Accessible car park equipmentTrue

None

Staff Help
Staff help available
Monday:07:20 to 20:34
Sunday:09:20 to 17:30
Customer Help Points and Meeting PointYes
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.

ToiletsYes

The toilets are located in the Booking Hall. A key is available from the Ticket Office upon request. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours.

Accessible ToiletsNo
Baby ChangingYes
Waiting rooms
Monday:07:10 to 20:40
Sunday:09:10 to 17:40

Part of ticket office

Seating areaYes
1st Class LoungeNo
Station Car Park
OperatorNone
Car Parking Availability
Monday to Sunday:Open 24 hours
Spaces21
Accessible spaces2
Accessible car park equipmentYes
Car park CCTVYes
Parking charges
FreeTrue
Refreshment FacilitiesNo
ATM MachineNo
ShopsNo
Currency ExchangeNo
Pay PhonesYes
Public Wi-FiNo
Bicycle Storage
Spaces8

8 Cycle racks

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

Transport Links to and from Greenock Central Station

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

Buses pick up/drop off on Dalrymple Street: outside Kwikfit garage for buses to Glasgow, outside Job Centre for buses to Gourock).

Please click on the link below for the bus pick up location:-

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www.traintaxi.co.uk

Live Departures and arrivals from Greenock Central Station

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

Arriving fromTrainArrival TimePlatformStatus
from GourockScotRail23:341On time
from Glasgow CentralScotRail23:472On time
from Glasgow CentralScotRail00:322On time
Going toTrainDeparture TimePlatformStatus
to Glasgow CentralScotRail23:341On time
to GourockScotRail23:472On time
to GourockScotRail00:322On time