Clifton Rocks Railway
Clifton Rocks Railway is a remarkable disused funicular railway in the shadow of the Clifton Suspension Bridge. This underground railway now has a visitor centre run by volunteers, accessed from the top station.
It's easy to reach Clifton Rocks Railway in Bristol, by train. Simply hop on a train to Clifton Down station - then it's a substantial walk through the streets - about 15-20 mins, but it's a fascinating area to explore.
For more visitor info including opening times, visit Clifton Rocks Railway’s website.
Station details & facilities
Ticket office
Ticket Office opening hours: There is no ticket office at Clifton Down station, ticket machines are available to purchase or collect tickets from. You can also buy tickets in advance online here.
| Ticket Machine | Available |
|---|---|
| Staff help | Unavailable |
| Staffing level | There is no staff at the station. |
| Oyster Prepay | Unavailable |
| Oyster topup | Unavailable |
| Oyster validator | Unavailable |
| Pre-purchase collection | Available |
Luggage
| Left Luggage | Unavailable |
|---|---|
| Left Luggage Website | https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/ |
Facilities
| Shops | Unavailable |
|---|---|
| Postbox | Unavailable |
| Telephones | Unavailable |
| Telephone types | Cards and coins |
| Station Buffet | Unavailable |
| ATM | Unavailable |
| Bureau de Change | Unavailable |
| Tourist Information Office | Unavailable |
| Nearest station with more facilities | Step free Category B1 station - step free access available to both platforms via ramp and choice of drop off points, however adjacent car parks need to be used for full step free access. |
Toilets
| Toilets | Unavailable |
|---|---|
| Showers | Unavailable |
| Baby change | Unavailable |
WiFi
| WiFi | Available |
|---|---|
| WiFi notes | Connect to "GWR Free Station WiFi". |
| Web kiosk | Unavailable |
Staffing and customer service
| Customer Service notes | Please visit https://www.railhelp.co.uk/gwr/ for GWR Help & Support. Or contact our social media team @gwrhelp. |
|---|---|
| Customer help points | Available |
| CCTV | Unavailable |
Parking
| Carpark name | Station Car Park |
|---|---|
| Carpark operator | APCOA Parking (UK) Limited |
| Car parking spaces | 15 |
Bicycle Facilities
| Cycle storage | Available |
|---|---|
| Cycle storage spaces | 32 |
| Sheltered cycle storage | Unavailable |
| Cycle storage CCTV | Available |
| Cycle storage notes | Located on both platforms |
| Cycle storage notes | There are stands available. |
Accessibility
| Ramps for train access | Unavailable |
|---|---|
| Wheelchairs | Unavailable |
| Induction Loop | Available |
| Accessible ticket machines | Available |
| Accessible Booking Office counter | Unavailable |
| Accessible taxis | Accessible taxis are available at this station, please see below for more information |
| Accessible taxis notes | Clifton Down station has neither a taxi rank nor a cab office. Advance booking is essential. Consider using the following local operators:
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First Class Lounge
There is no First Class lounge at this station.
Departures and arrivals from Clifton Down
Want to check the latest departures and arrivals into Clifton Down station? Find live information for the next trains departing and arriving at the station below.
Departures
Arrivals
| Departing to | Train | Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| to Severn Beach | Great Western Railway | 15:27 | 1 | On time |
| to Bristol Temple Meads | Great Western Railway | 15:31 | 2 | Late |
| to Severn Beach | Great Western Railway | 16:00 | 1 | On time |
| to Weston-super-Mare | Great Western Railway | 16:00 | 2 | On time |
| to Bristol Temple Meads | Great Western Railway | 16:26 | 2 | On time |
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| Arriving from | Train | Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| from Bristol Temple Meads | Great Western Railway | 15:26 | 1 | On time |
| from Severn Beach | Great Western Railway | 15:30 | 2 | Late |
| from Avonmouth | Great Western Railway | 15:59 | 2 | On time |
| from Weston-super-Mare | Great Western Railway | 16:00 | 1 | On time |
| from Severn Beach | Great Western Railway | 16:25 | 2 | On time |
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