Trains from Helsby
to Strood (Kent)
From £63.00
Helsby to Strood (Kent)by train on average takes 3 hrs 57 mins
Helsby to Strood (Kent) one way only
Cheapest Advance Single
from £63.00
* Cheapest Advanced Single available when booked 9 weeks in advance
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- Trains depart every 31 minutes
- First train leaves Helsby at 05:51
- Last train leaves Helsby at 19:37
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Helsby to Strood (Kent) train times
| Last updated: 01:25:58
| Departs | Arrives | Train | Duration | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
02:14 Helsby On Time | 08:53 Strood (Kent) On Time | Anytime Single, Transport for Wales | 6h 39m, 4 changes | ||
05:51 Helsby On Time | 09:53 Strood (Kent) On Time | Anytime Single, Transport for Wales | 4h 2m, 3 changes | ||
06:38 Helsby On Time | 10:23 Strood (Kent) On Time | Anytime Single, Transport for Wales | 3h 45m, 4 changes | ||
06:38 Helsby On Time | 10:53 Strood (Kent) On Time | Anytime Single, Transport for Wales | 4h 15m, 3 changes | ||
07:36 Helsby On Time | 11:23 Strood (Kent) On Time | Anytime Single, Transport for Wales | 3h 47m, 4 changes |
Helsby facilities
- Ticket office
- Ticket OfficeNo
- Prepurchase CollectionYes
- Ticket MachineYes
- Smartcard IssuedNo
- Smartcard ValidatorNo
- Penalty FaresPenalty fares apply for AW
- Facilities
- Car ParkYes
- Seated AreaYes
- Waiting RoomNo
- Refreshment FacilitiesNo
- ToiletsNo
- Accessible toiletsNo
- Baby ChangeNo
- TelephonesNo
- Wi Fi
- Rail replacement locations
The rail replacement bus stop is a local bus stop on Chester Road near the Junoon restaurant.
- CCTVYes
- Toilets
- Accessible toiletsNo
- Staffing and customer services
- Staffing Levelunstaffed
- Lost propertyYes
- Contact Details
Url: https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/03333 211 202 - AvailableYes
- Operator Name
- Information Available From StaffYes - from help point
- Passenger Information SystemsDeparture Screens
Arrival Screens
Announcements - Customer Help PointsYes
- Ticket gatesNo
- Parking
- Contact Details
Url: https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/03333211202 - Operator NameTransport for Wales
- NameStation Car Park
- Spaces20
- ChargesFree
- Number Accessible Spaces0
- Accessible Car Park EquipmentYes
- CctvNo
- Bicycle Facilities
- Spaces10
- ShelteredYes
- CctvNo
- Location
Cycle parking is in two locations at Helsby station.
3 Sheffield stands providing parking for up to six bicycles are located under a shelter on Platform 1. Two Sheffield stands providing parking for up to four bicycles are located on Platform 2
- TypeStands
- Accessibility
- Helpline
03333 211202
https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/ - Helpline opening hoursMon-Sun 08:00 to 20:00
- Staff Help AvailableYes
- Induction LoopYes
- Accessible Ticket MachinesYes
Ticket machine is on Chester-bound platform.
- Ramp For Train AccessYes
- Accessible TaxisNo
- Accessible Public TelephonesNo
- Nearest stations with more facilitiesChester
- Accessible toiletsNo
- Step Free Access
Category B3.
Step free access to the platform from the car park. Platforms 2, 3 and 4 are only accessible via the footbridge.
- Ticket GatesNo
- Impaired Mobility Set DownNo
- Wheelchairs AvailableNo
Strood (Kent) facilities
- Ticket office
- Ticket OfficeYes
- Prepurchase CollectionYes
- Ticket MachineYes
- Smartcard IssuedYes
- Smartcard TopupTicket Office: Yes
Ticket Machine: Yes - Smartcard ValidatorYes
- Smartcard Comments
Seasons, Single and Return tickets are now available digitally on The Key. To find out more or apply online, go to www.southeasternrailway.co.uk/tickets/the-key or get a smartcard from all staffed Southeastern ticket offices.
- Penalty FaresPenalty fares apply for SE
- Facilities
- Car ParkYes
- Seated AreaYes
- Waiting Room
Heated waiting room on Platform 1 and 2/3 Only available when staff present
- Refreshment FacilitiesYes
Coffee shops
- ToiletsYes
Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
- Accessible toiletsYes
Platform 1- Available during staffing hours. This toilet is stoma friendly.
- Baby ChangeYes
Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
- TelephonesNo
- Wi Fi
- Post BoxYes
Freestanding postbox to the left of the station building.
- Atm MachineYes
To the right of the main entrance to the station in the wall.
- ShopsYes
newspapers
- Rail replacement locations
Station forecourt
- CCTVYes
- Toilets
- AvailableYes
- Location
Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
- Accessible toiletsYes
Platform 1- Available during staffing hours. This toilet is stoma friendly.
- Staffing and customer services
- Staffing LevelFull time
- Lost propertyYes
- Contact Details
Url: https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/0345 322 7021 - AvailableYes
- Operator NameSoutheastern Customer Services
- Information Available From StaffYes - from help point
- Information Services Open
Train running Information and advice on how to get assistance available through the Help Point.
- Passenger Information SystemsDeparture Screens
Announcements - Customer Help PointsYes
On platform
- Ticket gatesYes
- Parking
- Contact Details
From 5th March 2023 - new off peak evening rate (after 18:00) - £2.50
Email Address: general.enquiries@apcoa.com
Url: https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/0330 333 9232 - Operator NameAPCOA Parking
- NameStation Car Park
- Spaces112
- ChargesOff-peak: £5.90
Daily: £6.50
Weekly: £28.20
Monthly: £98.50
Three Monthly: £294.50
Six Monthly: £591.00
Annual: £1,059.00
Saturday: £4.30
Sunday: £4.00
Note:Off peak evening rate (after 18:00) - £3.00
- Number Accessible Spaces3
- Accessible Spaces Note
Parking is free for disabled customers by displaying a valid Blue Badge in any car parking space, however you must register your vehicle in advance at https://bluebadge.apcoa.co.uk/.
- Accessible Car Park EquipmentNo
- CctvYes
- Bicycle Facilities
- Spaces40
- ShelteredYes
- CctvNo
- Location
front of station
- Annotation
You may leave your cycle in the rack provided however you do so at your own risk.
- TypeStands
- Accessibility
- Helpline
0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/ - Staff help available opening hoursMon-Sun 06:00 to 02:00
- Induction LoopYes
- Accessible Ticket MachinesYes
station forecourt
- Height Adjusted Ticket Office CounterYes
There are standing height and wheelchair height ticket counters available.
- Ramp For Train AccessYes
- Accessible Taxis
Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible Public Telephones
Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Nearest stations with more facilitiesTunbridge Wells
- Accessible toiletsYes
Platform 1- Available during staffing hours. This toilet is stoma friendly.
- Step Free Access
Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access direct to platform 1 from the side entrance for services away from London towards Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham. Step free access via lift to platforms 2 and 3 for services to London and also onto the Medway Valley line stations. Stepped access to platforms 2 and 3 via the station subway. Step free interchange between platforms via the lift.
- Ticket GatesYes
- Impaired Mobility Set DownYes
- Wheelchairs AvailableYes
