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Yardley Wood

Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
LoungeLounge
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
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address
Address
Yardley Wood station, Highfield Road, Yardley Wood, West Midlands, B28 0BY
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 06:30 - 14:00 Friday 06:30 - 19:00 Saturday 08:00 - 16:00 Sunday 09:30 - 13:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
7 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Yardley Wood
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Services to Shirley at the public service bus stop outside the station, services to Birmingham will call at public service bus stop opposite the station on Highfield Road near to the junction with Paradise Lane.
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FAQ: Travel from Yardley Wood (YRD)

Everything you need to know about Yardley Wood (YRD): From location, transport connections, and amenities to safety, schedules, and nearby attractions—your complete guide to navigating the station with ease.

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Staff help is available for passengers with reduced mobility at Yardley Wood station.
Yardley Wood is near attractions like the Sarehole Mill, a historic water mill associated with J.R.R. Tolkien's inspiration for "The Lord of the Rings," and Highbury Hall, a beautiful Victorian mansion set in scenic surroundings.
Car rental services are not available at Yardley Wood station.
The Yardley Wood station is located approximately 7.388 km from the city center.
From Yardley Wood, you can reach the city center by using services to Birmingham that call at the public service bus stop opposite the station on Highfield Road near the junction with Paradise Lane.
For travel from Yardley Wood station, it's advisable to arrive at least 15-30 minutes before your scheduled departure to ensure you have enough time for any unforeseen delays or to purchase tickets if needed.
Yardley Wood station is located at Highfield Road, Yardley Wood, West Midlands, B28 0BY.
The Yardley Wood station offers parking facilities at the Station Car Park.
Train ticket prices from Yardley Wood to the nearest airport, Birmingham Airport, can vary depending on the time of booking and travel. Generally, fares start from around £4.00 for a single journey.
Services from Yardley Wood station include rail replacement services to Shirley at the public service bus stop outside the station, and to Birmingham, which will call at the public service bus stop opposite the station on Highfield Road, near the junction with Paradise Lane.
Safety at Yardley Wood station during early morning or late evening depends on factors such as local crime rates and station facilities; it is advisable to stay aware of your surroundings and follow typical safety precautions.
Yardley Wood station typically has security measures in place, including CCTV and ticket checks, which ensure passenger safety and validate travel.
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