Scheduled from the Network Rail timetable; status updates live as trains run.
Platform is operational until Darwin advertised platforms are enabled.
Station information
Address
Riddlesdown station, Lower Barn Road, Purley, London, CR8 1HN
Managed by
Southern · staffed: part time
Platforms
2 · minimum connection time 5 min
Step-free access
Category B2: (refer to quick reference guide) — This is a Category B2 station: Step-free access to platforms via long and steep ramps (over 1:10 gradient). The Assistance Meeting Point is on platform 1, next to the Help Point under the canopy. · no lifts · passenger assistance available
Ticket office
Mon–Fri 06:10–12:45 · Sat 07:25–14:00 · Sun Unavailable
Facilities
Ticket machines · Toilets · Waiting room · Help points · Bus links · Cycle parking (10)
Source: National Rail Knowledgebase· updated 2026-09-23