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station information and facilities
Whaley Bridge
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:50 - 13:20 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, The station forecourt/car park slopes steeply upwards from its entrance at the junction of Market street and Reservoir Road. Access to the Buxton platform is step-free via a tarmac footpath along the front of the station building to a gate onto the platform, or via 10 steps up to the ticket office then one step down onto the platform. Step-free access to the Manchester platform is via a sloping path from Station View and through a gate onto the platform. A stepped footbridge connects the two platforms. However there is a large gap between the train and platform on both platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Whaley Bridge
- Onward travel information: Bus stop opposite side of road. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: For Buxton - bus stop opposite the Joddrell Arms Pub on Market Street, for Manchester bus stop outside the Joddrell Arms Pub at the bottom of the station approach road.
FAQ: Travel from Whaley Bridge station (WBR)
Everything you need to know about Whaley Bridge station (WBR): 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 at Whaley Bridge station, providing accessibility services for passengers with reduced mobility.
Whaley Bridge station is close to the Peak District National Park, with attractions like Kinder Scout, Fernilee Reservoir, and the scenic Goyt Valley nearby.
Car rental services are not available at Whaley Bridge station.
The city center is approximately 0.157 kilometers from Whaley Bridge station.
From Whaley Bridge, you can reach the city center by taking a bus from the stop opposite the Joddrell Arms Pub on Market Street for Buxton, or from the bus stop outside the Joddrell Arms Pub at the bottom of the station approach road for Manchester.
It is generally recommended to arrive at Whaley Bridge station at least 10–15 minutes before your scheduled departure to allow time for any unexpected delays or to familiarize yourself with the station layout.
Whaley Bridge station is located at Market Street, Whaley Bridge, Derbyshire, SK23 7AA.
Parking is available at Whaley Bridge station via the Station Car Park.
I'm unable to provide current pricing for the train journey from Whaley Bridge to the nearest airport, as this can vary depending on several factors such as the time of booking and travel class.
At Whaley Bridge, public transport connections include a bus stop on the opposite side of the road with bus line 0871 200 2233. Rail replacement services for Buxton are available at the bus stop opposite the Joddrell Arms Pub on Market Street, and for Manchester, at the bus stop outside the Joddrell Arms Pub at the bottom of the station approach road.
Whaley Bridge is generally considered safe for travel during early morning or late evening hours. It is advisable to stay aware of your surroundings and follow any local safety guidelines when traveling at these times.
Security and ticket checks at Whaley Bridge station are not explicitly detailed, but like many smaller stations, random checks by conductors or staff may occur.
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