Harwich International (HPQ)
Harwich International station, Parkeston Quay, Harwich, Essex, CO12 4SR
Station Information
Ticket Office
Opening Hours
No
Ticket Machines
Yes
Collection of pre-purchased tickets
- Pick up tickets at Ticket Machine
Accessible ticket machines
Yes
Induction loop
Yes
Smartcards
Smartcards issued at this station
No
Smartcard tickets
- Load smartcard at Ticket Machine
Smartcard validators
Yes
Smartcard notes
Tickets can be collected on Smartcard at this station
Information Available From Staff
- Yes - from help point
- Yes - from information point
Customer Information Screens
- Departure Screens
- Announcements
Staff Help Available
Yes
Station is staffed part-time with Welcome Hosts. Assistance can be provided by the conductor on board, but booking is recommended to avoid any delay to your journey.
What assistance is available for customers using this station?
Board and alight
Ramp assistance
Luggage (on and off train only)
Ticket sale on board
How can Turn Up And Go (TUAG) assistance be requested by customers using this station?
By calling 0345 600 7245 (option 4)
By selecting the help button on the ticket machine at this station
By using one of the two Help Points at this station
Customer Help Points
Yes
Help points can be found at the following location(s):
Platform 1 - Next to the ferry terminal entrance / exit onto the platform, fixed to the platform-facing wall of the station building
Platforms 2/3 - Next to the information poster boards
Customer Services Notes
Monday-Saturday 08:00-20:00Sunday 10:00-20:00Bank Holidays 09:00-18:00
The hours shown are for the Customer Relations team on 0345 600 7245 (option 8).
Closed on Christmas Day and Boxing Day.
Luggage Storage
No
Trolleys
Yes
CCTV at the Station
Yes
Station Accessibility
Step-free access
Step-free access to all platforms - may include long or steep ramps. Access between platforms may be via the street.
This station has step free access to all platforms with lifts available.
This station is a category B1 station according to ORR station classification system. https://www.orr.gov.uk/media/10955
Assistance meeting point is the platform.
Ticket barriers and gates
No
Accessible ticket machines
Yes
Induction loop
Yes
Ramp for train access
Yes
Accessible Toilets
No
Waiting rooms
No
Seating area
Yes
Wheelchairs available
Yes
Trolleys
Yes
Getting to and from the station
Accessible taxis here
No
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up point
No
Accessible spaces
10 spaces
Accessible car park equipment
Yes
Staff Help
Staff help available
Yes
Station is staffed part-time with Welcome Hosts. Assistance can be provided by the conductor on board, but booking is recommended to avoid any delay to your journey.
What assistance is available for customers using this station?
Board and alight
Ramp assistance
Luggage (on and off train only)
Ticket sale on board
How can Turn Up And Go (TUAG) assistance be requested by customers using this station?
By calling 0345 600 7245 (option 4)
By selecting the help button on the ticket machine at this station
By using one of the two Help Points at this station
Customer Help Points and Meeting Point
Yes
Help points can be found at the following location(s):
Platform 1 - Next to the ferry terminal entrance / exit onto the platform, fixed to the platform-facing wall of the station building
Platforms 2/3 - Next to the information poster boards
Helpline
- Helpline Monday to Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
08:00 - 20:00
We want everyone to travel with confidence. That is why, if you are planning on travelling on national rail services, you can request an assistance booking in advance - now up to 2 hours before your journey is due to start, any time of the day. For more information about Passenger Assist and how to request an assistance booking via Passenger Assist, please click here.
Nearest accessible station
Toilets
Yes
An accessible toilet is available, although a radar key is not required to access this facility. The toilets are located in the ferry terminal building which is usually closed between 09:00 and 17:00, although an intercom remains available during these times.
Accessible Toilets
No
Baby Changing
Yes
Waiting Rooms
No
Seating Area
Yes
Car Parking Availability
- Car Parking Availability Monday to Friday: Yes
- Car Parking Availability Saturday: Yes
- Car Parking Availability Sunday: Yes
Spaces
250 spaces
Accessible spaces
10 spaces
Accessible car park equipment
Yes
Impaired mobility set down/pick up points available
No
Car park CCTV
No
ATM
Yes
Refreshment Facilities
Yes
Self-service vending machines providing hot and cold drinks and snacks are available inside the ferry terminal building which is usually closed between 09:00 and 17:00, although an intercom remains available during these times.
Shops
Yes
Passport Photo Booth
Bicycle Storage
Spaces
16 spaces
Type of Storage
Stands
Location
There are two cycle stands towards the end of the station building furthest from the ferry terminal on Platform 1. There are also six cycle stands located on Platform 2/3.
Sheltered
Yes
CCTV
No
Bicycle Hire
Cycle Hire Information
There are no cycle hire facilities at this station
More Information
Transport Links
Rail replacement bus services pick up and drop off at the bus stop on East Dock Road, near the sign for long / short stay car park. For boat train services, buses will pick up and drop off from behind Platform 1.
Sailings to The Netherlands.
