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Journey information
Overview: Train from Accrington to Westhoughton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Accrington to Westhoughton and enjoy the approximately 25 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 25 km |
Average train duration 48m |
Trains per day 5 |
First train 06:17 |
Last train 20:23 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Accrington to Westhoughton trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Accrington and Westhoughton. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 16m
Cheapest Price
£17
Northern Rail (3) frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Accrington to Westhoughton train
FAQs: Travel by train from Accrington to Westhoughton easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Accrington to Westhoughton.
Westhoughton can typically be explored fully in one to two days, allowing time to enjoy its local attractions and surrounding areas.
The train distance from Accrington to Westhoughton is 25 km.
The first train from Accrington to Westhoughton leaves at 6:17.
The last train from Accrington to Westhoughton departs at 20:23.
Trains from Accrington to Westhoughton run approximately 5 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Accrington to Westhoughton.
There is no night train service from Accrington to Westhoughton.
Booking trains from Accrington to Westhoughton in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train station in Accrington that goes to Westhoughton is Accrington station (ACR), and it arrives at Westhoughton station (WHG).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Accrington to Westhoughton.
Yes, you can take the train from Accrington to Westhoughton.
To travel from Accrington to Westhoughton, you can take a .
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Accrington and Westhoughton
Accrington
Westhoughton
The major train station for departures in Accrington is Accrington. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Accrington for your trip from Accrington to Westhoughton.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:40 - 15:00 Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B Station, Platform 1: Scooter Friendly Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - step free access from Paxton Street, up steep 50m ramp with handrail or past the car park and a shallower ramp. Platform 2: step free access up gently sloping footpath from Eagle Street. Ticket office is on Leeds/Colne Platform (1), with stepped footbridge between platforms comprising of 25 steps up and 24 steps down with rest platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: contact Customer Relations Tel: 08002006060
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machine is on Platform 2 near the foot bridge
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, next to ticket office
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Accrington
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Eagel Street, next to entrance to station carpark.
The major train station for arrivals in Westhoughton is Westhoughton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Westhoughton for your journey to Westhoughton from Accrington.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found Officeinformation
Parking
- Car Park: Council Managed Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C Station, please note there are no tactile paving at this station - access to both platforms is via steep ramps only
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level.
- 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
Public transport options for Westhoughton
- Onward travel information: Located on Church Street for buses to Wigan, Manchester, Bolton, Chorley and Leigh. Maximum distance 25 yards/23m. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Church St, near station entrance. (Outside newsagents for Wigan, station side for Bolton)
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
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