Notice Of Vacancy In Office Of Councillor
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Transport & Travel
Well-connected to London, Cambridge and beyond
10-15 mins
to Arlesey Station
40-50 mins
to London
3+
Bus Services
5 miles
to A1(M)
Rail Services from Arlesey Station
Arlesey station is a 10-15 minute walk from Henlow High Street, providing fast and frequent services on the Thameslink route. All services operated by Thameslink using Class 700 trains.
Direct Rail Connections
London Kings Cross / St Pancras
Journey time: 40-50 minutes
Regular services throughout the day
Thameslink
Cambridge
Journey time: 30-40 minutes
Regular services
Thameslink
Brighton (via London)
Journey time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Direct services available
Thameslink
Gatwick Airport
Journey time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Direct services via London
Thameslink
Typical Service: 2 trains per hour to Horsham via London Bridge, Redhill and Gatwick Airport. The nearest bus stop for onward travel is just outside the station on Old Oak Road.
Local Bus Services
Stagecoach East
Arlesey Bridge to Manor Road
Days: Monday to Saturday
Frequency: Every 2 hours
Fare: £2-3 single journey
AGS Taxibus Service 90
Community Bus linking Henlow, Arlesey and Stotfold
Days: Weekdays
Frequency: Pre-booking required
Fare: Contact for prices
Wanderbus
Services to Bedford, Welwyn Garden City, Biggleswade, Cambridge, Letchworth, St Albans, Milton Keynes and Stevenage
Days: Check timetable
Frequency: Various scheduled services
Fare: Varies by destination
Travel Planning
For the latest bus timetables and journey planning, contact the operators directly or visit the Central Bedfordshire Council website. Community transport services may require advance booking.
Road Connections
A1(M)
5 milesMajor north-south route connecting London to the North
Access: Via A507 through Baldock or Letchworth
A507
2 milesEast-west route connecting Baldock to Shefford
Access: Direct access from Henlow
A600
3 milesNorth-south route through Bedford to Hitchin
Access: Via Shefford or Hitchin
Parking Information
Arlesey Station
Limited parking available
Charges apply
Britannia Parking operates station parking
High Street
On-street parking
Free
Time restrictions may apply
Parish Office
Limited visitor parking
Free
For Parish Office visitors only
Accessibility & Special Assistance
Station Accessibility
Arlesey station has step-free access to both platforms. For assistance boarding trains, contact Thameslink in advance on 0345 026 4700.
Bus Accessibility
Most local buses are wheelchair accessible with low-floor entry. Community transport services can arrange special assistance with advance notice.
Taxi Services
Local taxi services operate from Arlesey station and throughout the area. Accessible vehicles can be booked in advance through local operators.
Need Travel Information?
For more information about local transport services, timetables, or accessibility, please contact the Parish Office or visit the transport operators' websites.