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Walthamstow Central
Amenities at train station
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Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 21:00 Saturday 06:00 - 21:00 Sunday 06:30 - 21:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access from street to London Overground platforms only. Use the Station Approach entrance for southbound platform. Use the Selborne Road entrance for northbound platform. Step-free interchange between London Overground platforms requires a 200m journey via street.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Walthamstow Central
- Onward travel information: London buses operate from outside the station
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use Bus stop Q in Selborne Road for northbound services to Chingford Use Bus stop W in Selborne Road for southbound services to Liverpool Street Use Bus stop C in Walthamstow Central bus Station for Eastbound services to Barking Use Bus stop W in Selborne Road for Westbound services to Walthamstow Central (terminating point)
- Metro: London Underground Victoria Line services
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FAQ: Travel from Walthamstow Central (WHC)
Everything you need to know about Walthamstow Central (WHC): 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 Walthamstow Central for passengers with reduced mobility, ensuring accessibility support.
Walthamstow Central is close to attractions such as the William Morris Gallery, dedicated to the famed British textile designer, and the vibrant Walthamstow Market, known for being one of the longest markets in Europe.
Car rental services are not available at Walthamstow Central.
The city center is approximately 0.841 kilometers from Walthamstow Central.
To reach the city center from Walthamstow Central, take the London Underground Victoria Line directly, or use London buses from outside the station, with southbound services available at Bus stop W in Selborne Road for routes towards Liverpool Street.
It is advisable to arrive at Walthamstow Central at least 15–30 minutes before your scheduled departure time to accommodate any unexpected delays or to navigate the station comfortably.
Walthamstow Central is located at Station Approach, Walthamstow, Greater London, with the postcode E17 7LP.
Parking is available at Walthamstow Central, with the option of a Station Car Park.
The train fare from Walthamstow Central to Stansted Airport typically starts at around £20, depending on peak hours and advance booking.
Walthamstow Central train station is operated by London Overground and London Underground.
London Underground Victoria Line services operate from Walthamstow Central, and London buses serve the station with onward travel options, including designated stops for rail replacement services in various directions.
While specific safety data for Walthamstow Central is not provided, it is generally advisable for travelers to remain aware of their surroundings and follow local guidelines when traveling early in the morning or late in the evening.
Walthamstow Central typically has routine ticket checks and security measures in place to ensure passenger safety and compliance with fare regulations.
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