Welwyn North station
Station Road
Welwyn
Hertfordshire
AL6 0AS
Welwyn North Station can be found on Station Road in Welwyn as shown on the map, and is operated by Great Northern.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Welwyn North Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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Nestled in the charming Hertfordshire countryside, Welwyn North train station is your gateway to a world of experiences, seamlessly blending the beauty of British rail travel with modern convenience. Whether you're a local commuter finding your groove in the daily hustle or a traveler charting a new adventure, Welwyn North is an inviting stop that connects you to a variety of destinations.
At Welwyn North, purchasing your train tickets is hassle-free. The ticket office operates on weekdays from 06:50 to 13:15 and 15:30 to 19:00, Saturdays from 07:20 to 13:55, while Sundays the office is closed. However, you can always utilize the ticket machines available on-site that support discount options like railcards. Collecting tickets bought online is straightforward via these machines.
The station is equipped with passenger-friendly facilities such as information from staff at help points, customer information displays, and announcements to keep you informed. Though there isn't luggage storage or a waiting room, you'll find a seating area to unwind while you wait for your train. For those requiring assistance, the staff is on hand during listed hours, providing help with ramps and other needs to ensure that everyone can travel with ease.
Welwyn North station is committed to accessibility. It features stepped-free access to platforms via separate entrances. If you need assistance between platforms, be prepared to make your way via the street as internal access is not available. Accessible ticket machines are present, compatible with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts, though the station lacks tactile surfaces along platform edges.
With onward travel in mind, Welwyn North station connects you efficiently with local transport services. Although there aren’t dedicated accessible taxis, local bus information can be found on the station's onward travel map. For those planning to drive, the station offers a spacious car park with 253 slots, including five accessible spaces.
The beauty of Welwyn North is not just in its facilities, but in its seamless connection to renowned destinations. From here, you can take a direct train to London Kings Cross or travel a short distance to Welwyn Garden City. Whether it's the vibrant allure of Cambridge you seek or the dynamic buzz of Brighton, the station serves as a perfect starting point for your journey.
Other notable connections include convenient routes to Moorgate, London Blackfriars, and Gatwick Airport, making Welwyn North an excellent choice for both leisure and business travelers alike.
Welwyn North train station is more than just a transit point — it is your welcoming portal to a network of historical, cultural, and urban discoveries across the UK. With a blend of efficient facilities and comprehensive travel options, it supports both your everyday journeys and remarkable escapades. So, why not start your next adventure from Welwyn North? Conveniently book your tickets, enjoy the journey, and explore what the rail lines have in store for you. Safe travels!
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| Ticket Office Opening hours |
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| Ticket machines | Yes | ||||||
| Collect tickets bought online | Yes Collect tickets at the ticket machine | ||||||
| Accessible ticket machines | Yes All Great Northern 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 | Yes | ||||||
| Smartcard validators | Yes | ||||||
| Information available from staff | Yes - from help point | ||||||
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| Customer information | DepartureScreens ArrivalScreens Announcements | ||||||
| Staff help available |
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| 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 | None | ||||||
| CCTV at the station | Yes |
| Station Accessibility | |||||
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| Step-free access | Step free access is available in parts of this station. This is a Category B2 station: Step free to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via street with no pavement. The Assistance Meeting Point is on platform 1, near the coffee shop. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance. | ||||
| Ticket barriers and gates | No | ||||
| Accessible ticket machines | Yes All Great Northern 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 usually available at the times listed. A Mobile Assistance team also covers this station. You can arrange assistance by:
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| Accessible Toilets | No | ||||
| Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Welwyn North | ||||
| 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 | 5 | ||||
| Accessible car park equipment | No | ||||
| Staff Help | |||||
| Staff help available |
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| Customer Help Points and Meeting Point | Yes | ||||
| Helpline | 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. Trains calling at this station do not have on board staff. Alternatively, you can 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 | Yes Located by the main entrance, on platform 1. The toilets are open during staffed hours only. |
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| Accessible Toilets | No |
| Baby Changing | No |
| Waiting rooms | There is no waiting room office at Welwyn North |
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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 | 253 | ||
| Accessible spaces | 5 | ||
| Accessible car park equipment | No | ||
| Car park CCTV | Yes | ||
| Parking charges | Free car parking available | ||
| Refreshment Facilities | Available |
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| ATM Machine | No |
| Shops | Available |
| Currency Exchange | No |
| Pay Phones | Yes |
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| Public Wi-Fi | No |
| Bicycle Storage | |
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| Spaces | 42 Located in both car parks. Cycles are left at owners risk. Abandoned cycles may be removed. |
| Type of Storage | Stands, |
| Sheltered | Yes |
| 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’, located in the ‘Maps’ section below. |
| Arriving from | Train | Arrival Time | Platform | Status |
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| from Cambridge | Great Northern | 19:16 | 1 | 19:26 This train has been delayed by a person being hit by a train earlier today |
| from London Kings Cross | Great Northern | 19:30 | 2 | On time |
| from Cambridge | Great Northern | 19:46 | 1 | On time |
| from London Kings Cross | Great Northern | 20:00 | 2 | On time |
| from Cambridge | Great Northern | 20:16 | 1 | On time |
| from London Kings Cross | Great Northern | 20:30 | 2 | On time |
| from Cambridge | Great Northern | 20:46 | 1 | On time |
| from London Kings Cross | Great Northern | 21:00 | 2 | On time |
| Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| to London Kings Cross | Great Northern | 19:16 | 1 | 19:26 This train has been delayed by a person being hit by a train earlier today |
| to Letchworth Garden City | Great Northern | 19:30 | 2 | On time |
| to London Kings Cross | Great Northern | 19:46 | 1 | On time |
| to Cambridge | Great Northern | 20:00 | 2 | On time |
| to London Kings Cross | Great Northern | 20:16 | 1 | On time |
| to Letchworth Garden City | Great Northern | 20:30 | 2 | On time |
| to London Kings Cross | Great Northern | 20:46 | 1 | On time |
| to Cambridge | Great Northern | 21:00 | 2 | On time |