Wellingborough Train Station
Wellingborough station lies on the eastern edge of the quaint market town of Wellingborough and offers easy access to the big city.
Trains to London St Pancras International reach the capital in less than an hour, carrying commuters from the immediate neighbourhood as well as from the nearby villages of Higham Ferrers, Irchester, Rushden and Wollaston.
The station was built by the Midland Railway in 1857, and much of the original building remains, although the canopies have since been removed. The charming redbrick exterior featured in 2005 British film Kinky Boots, which celebrated Northamptonshire's famous shoe-making industry.
Situated on the north side of the River Nene, Wellingborough is a picturesque town with retail at its heart. All major high street chains can be found in the town centre, and the Swansgate shopping centre is a local landmark. Behind it, just over Swanspool Brook, you'll find local cultural attractions, such as Wellingborough Museum and The Castle Theatre.
Station details & facilities
Ticket office
| Day | Opening Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday Tuesday Wednesday Friday Saturday | 06:00 - 22:15 |
| Sunday | 06:45 - 22:15 |
| Ticket Machine | Available |
|---|---|
| Staff help | Unavailable |
| Staffing level | Full time |
| Oyster Prepay | Unavailable |
| Oyster topup | Unavailable |
| Oyster validator | Unavailable |
| Pre-purchase collection | Available |
Luggage
| Left Luggage | Unavailable |
|---|
Facilities
| Shops | Unavailable |
|---|---|
| Postbox | Available |
| Telephones | Available |
| Telephone types | Coins and cards |
| Station Buffet | Available |
| ATM | Available |
| Bureau de Change | Unavailable |
| Tourist Information Office | Unavailable |
Toilets
| Toilets | Available |
|---|---|
| Showers | Unavailable |
| Baby change | Available |
WiFi
| WiFi | Unavailable |
|---|---|
| WiFi notes | |
| Web kiosk | Unavailable |
Staffing and customer service
| Customer help points | Unavailable |
|---|---|
| CCTV | Available |
Parking
| Day | Opening Hours |
|---|---|
| Everyday | Open 24 hours |
| Weekdays | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
| Carpark name | Station Car Park | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Car parking spaces | 531 | ||||||||||||
| Carpark charges |
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Bicycle Facilities
| Cycle storage | Available |
|---|---|
| Cycle storage spaces | 42 |
| Sheltered cycle storage | Available |
| Cycle storage CCTV | Available |
| Cycle storage notes | adjacent to north car park |
| Cycle storage notes | <p>Adjacent to the North Car Park</p> |
Accessibility
| Step-free access | Whole station |
|---|---|
| Step-free access notes | level to platform 1 northbound. Staff assistance via foot crossing to platform 2 southbound |
| Ramps for train access | Available |
| Wheelchairs | Unavailable |
| Induction Loop | Available |
| Accessible ticket machines | Available |
| Accessible Booking Office counter | Unavailable |
| Accessible taxis | unknown |
| Accessible taxis notes | A number of black cabs are available from the station front throughout the day. These are wheelchair accessible. |
First Class Lounge
Trains to Wellingborough station
Wellingborough train station is mainly served by East Midlands Railway trains, which connect Wellingborough to London St Pancras (1h 5m), Nottingham (1h 17m), Bedford (19m) and Corby (21m). These are all direct EMR services, which run every hour throughout the day.
Wellingborough train station arrivals and departures
Want to know when your next train from/to Wellingborough station departs? Scroll down this page and click on the ‘Departures’ tab if you want to check all trains departing from Wellingborough railway station or click on the ‘Arrivals’ tab for more information about all services arriving into Wellingborough.
Wellingborough station's main concourse is off Midland Road. It has a ticket counter and ticket machines and leads directly onto platform 1 (towards Kettering). The platform also has two additional side entrances, used when the ticket hall is closed. A footbridge with lifts connects to platforms 2 and 3.
Toilets are located outside the station, with one easy-access toilet on platform 1. There are two car parks outside, and a bike rack on platform 1.
Wellingborough train station parking
Wellingborough station has two car parks right outside the main entrance. Step-free access is available not only at the car parks but throughout the station.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wellingborough train station open?
Wellingborough train station is open every day that services are running to and from the station. The railway station usually opens just before the first train of the day leaves and then closes after the last train departs. Ticket office opening hours may vary.
Are trains running today from Wellingborough train station?
Trains arrive into and depart from Wellingborough station almost every day, although there may be fewer services during the weekends and bank holidays. Check our live train times for up-to-date information on trains running to and from Wellingborough station.
Are there toilets at Wellingborough train station?
Yes, toilets are available to use at Wellingborough train station.
Are dogs allowed at Wellingborough train station?
Yes, dogs are allowed at Wellingborough station, but they should be kept on a lead or in a pet carrier at all times.
Departures and arrivals from Wellingborough
Departures
Arrivals
| Departing to | Train | Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| to Nottingham | East Midlands Railway | 12:53 | 1 | On time |
| to London St Pancras International | East Midlands Railway | 12:59 | 2 | On time |
| to London St Pancras International | East Midlands Railway | 13:10 | 2 | Late |
| to Corby | East Midlands Railway | 13:36 | 1 | On time |
| to Nottingham | East Midlands Railway | 13:53 | 1 | On time |
| Arriving from | Train | Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| from London St Pancras International | East Midlands Railway | 12:52 | 1 | On time |
| from Corby | East Midlands Railway | 12:58 | 2 | On time |
| from Nottingham | East Midlands Railway | 13:09 | 2 | Late |
| from London St Pancras International | East Midlands Railway | 13:35 | 1 | On time |
| from London St Pancras International | East Midlands Railway | 13:52 | 1 | On time |