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station information and facilities
Riddlesdown
Amenities at train station
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Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 12:45 Saturday 07:25 - 14:00 Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
19 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Step-free access to platforms via long and steep ramps (over 1:10 gradient). Assistance Meeting Point is on platform 1 next to the Help Point under the canopy.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern 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 so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 1, Waiting room
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are covered waiting areas on both platforms and a heated area on platform 1
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On ramp leading to platform 1 .
- Storage CCTV: Yes
FAQ: Travel from Riddlesdown (RDD)
Everything you need to know about Riddlesdown (RDD): From location, transport connections, and amenities to safety, schedules, and nearby attractions—your complete guide to navigating the station with ease.

Staff help is available for passengers with reduced mobility at Riddlesdown station.
Riddlesdown is near the scenic Riddlesdown Common, which offers picturesque walking trails and views of the Surrey Hills.
Car rental services are not available at Riddlesdown station.
The city center is approximately 19.696 kilometers from Riddlesdown station.
To reach the city center from Riddlesdown, taking a taxi is one of the available options.
It's recommended to arrive at Riddlesdown station at least 15-20 minutes before your train's departure to allow time for any security checks and finding the correct platform.
Riddlesdown station is located on Lower Barn Road, Purley, London, with the postal code CR8 1HN.
Parking is not available at Riddlesdown station.
Train ticket prices from Riddlesdown station to the nearest airport can vary depending on the time of travel and booking conditions. For accurate pricing, it's advisable to check the latest information from the transport service providers.
Riddlesdown station, like many others, prioritizes safety with CCTV surveillance and regular staff presence, providing a secure environment for early morning and late evening travel.
Security measures and ticket checks at Riddlesdown station may vary; travelers might encounter either staff or automated systems in place to ensure passenger safety and fare compliance.
Toilets are available at Riddlesdown station, located on Platform 1 within the waiting room.
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