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About Sleaford (SLR) Train Station

Station managed by: East Midlands Railway

Sleaford station
Station Street
Sleaford
Lincolnshire
NG34 7RG

Sleaford Station can be found on Station Street in Sleaford as shown on the map, and is operated by East Midlands Railway.

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

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Everything you need to know about Sleaford Station

Discover Sleaford Train Station: A Gateway to Northern England

Nestled in the heart of Lincolnshire, Sleaford Train Station serves as a vital connection for commuters and travelers alike, blending small-town charm with essential amenities. Located on the Nottingham to Skegness line, the station offers a convenient travel hub for those exploring northern England or commuting for business. The station itself exudes a welcoming feel with helpful facilities, ensuring your journey starts smoothly.

Facilities and Amenities

The station's ticket office is open from 7:30 AM to 1:30 PM, Monday through Saturday, with ticket machines available for purchases and collecting tickets. You can conveniently collect your tickets bought online right at the station. For those with accessibility needs, step-free access is available for Platform 1, which services trains bound for Peterborough and Skegness. However, platforms 2 and 3, serving Lincoln and Nottingham, require the use of steps, although staff assistance can be arranged for crossing. Passenger assistance can be scheduled up to two hours before travel, helping ensure stress-free movement across the station.

Comfort during your wait is assured; there are waiting rooms available from 6:30 AM to 1:30 PM on weekdays, along with seating areas for your convenience. Although there's no on-site café or refreshment facilities, you can enjoy the tranquility of the location. Toilets, including accessible ones, are located on Platform 1, and there is a radar-operated key for entry. While there are no ATMs or shops, the presence of payphones offers a touch of nostalgia along with practicality.

Onward Travel Options

Sleaford Train Station is well connected for continued travel. Nearby, taxis are readily available, with local companies such as Woodside and GT offering services (you can give them a ring at 01529 304444 or 01529 305111 respectively). For bus travelers, information and train links are easily accessible for planning your journey beyond the station. If traveling during disruptions, the rail replacement services on Station Street ensure you won't be left stranded.

Popular Routes from Sleaford

The countryside surrounding Sleaford is a tapestry of must-visit locations. From Sleaford Train Station, you can journey to historical cities such as Lincoln, with its magnificent cathedral, or delve into the cultural offerings of Nottingham. A seaside escape is a breeze with trains headed to Skegness, and if metropolitan buzz is what you seek, connections to London Kings Cross are available. With so many exciting destinations, Sleaford rail station acts as a springboard for your next adventure.

Embrace the Journey from Sleaford

Whether you're a local resident commuting to the city or an enthusiastic traveler eager to explore England's quaint towns and vibrant cities, Sleaford Train Station provides all you need for a satisfying journey. Prepare to drift along the British countryside, igniting your wanderlust as you sail through charming landscapes and iconic destinations. Let Sleaford station be your trusted starting point for whatever adventure awaits—it's a railway stop like no other, offering not just transit, but an experience.

Sleaford Station details & facilities

Ticket Office
Ticket Office Opening hours
Monday to Friday:07:30 to 13:30
Saturday:07:30 to 13:30
Sunday:
Ticket machinesYes
Collect tickets bought onlineYes

Collect tickets at the ticket machine

Accessible ticket machinesYes

available on platform 1

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

Yes - from help point

Customer informationNo
Staff help available
Monday to Friday:07:00 to 13:30
Saturday:07:00 to 13:30
Sunday:
Customer help pointsYes
Customer services notesNone
Luggage storageNo
Lost property

EMR lost property office is located at Nottingham. We will try to contact the owner if they can be identified, the item will be kept for 3 months (unless it is perishable) and a record is kept.

CCTV at the stationYes
Station Accessibility
Step-free access

Step free access is available in parts of this station.

Category B

Station access level - Easy access to platform 1 (Peterborough/Skegness) bound. Steps and bridge to platforms 2/3 (Lincoln/Nottingham) bound, however at certain times staff can be made available by prior arrangement to assist customers across a foot crossing. 

Foot crossing under Signallers control.

This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.

Ticket barriers and gatesNo
Accessible ticket machinesYes

available on platform 1

Induction loopYes
Ramp for train accessYes
Accessible ToiletsYes
Waiting rooms
Monday:06:30 to 13:30
Sunday:
Seating areaYes
Wheelchairs availableNo
Getting to and from the station
Accessible taxis hereNo
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up pointNo
Accessible spacesNone
Accessible car park equipmentNo
Staff Help
Staff help available
Monday to Friday:07:00 to 13:30
Saturday:07:00 to 13:30
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 on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.

Accessible ToiletsYes
Baby ChangingNo
Waiting rooms
Monday:06:30 to 13:30
Sunday:
Seating areaYes
1st Class LoungeNo
Refreshment FacilitiesNo
ATM MachineNo
ShopsNo
Currency ExchangeNo
Pay PhonesYes
Public Wi-FiNo
Bicycle Storage
Spaces4

Platform 1

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

Transport Links to and from Sleaford Station

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

On Station Street outside the station.

Sleaford (SLR) Station Woodside 01529 304444 GT 01529 305111

Information to plan your onward journey is available in a printable format here

Live Departures and arrivals from Sleaford Station

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