11:250h35Bolton12:00Ashton-under-Lyne£51One-way0 changes
18:491h06Bolton19:55Ashton-under-Lyne£51One-way0 changes
6:250h36Bolton7:01Ashton-under-Lyne£61One-way0 changes
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Bolton to Ashton-under-Lyne train times
The table below shows live departures for Bolton to Ashton-under-Lyne trains for today, Tuesday 21 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 17:25 Bolton | 0h35 | 18:00 Ashton-under-Lyne | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:25 Bolton | 0h35 | 19:00 Ashton-under-Lyne | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:49 Bolton | 1h05 | 20:54 Ashton-under-Lyne | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:25 Bolton | 0h37 | 21:02 Ashton-under-Lyne | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 22 July | |||||
![]() | 6:25 Bolton | 0h36 | 7:01 Ashton-under-Lyne | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bolton to Ashton-under-Lyne
Trains from Bolton to Ashton-under-Lyne run on average 7 times per day, taking around 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:54, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 24 km distance in 35m.
Distance 24 km |
Average train duration 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 35m |
First train 5:54 |
Last train 23:28 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Bolton to Ashton-under-Lyne trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Bolton and Ashton-under-Lyne from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bolton to Ashton-under-Lyne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolton to Ashton-under-Lyne by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ashton-under-Lyne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bolton and Ashton-under-Lyne
Most Bolton to Ashton-under-Lyne trains use the Bolton to Ashton-under-Lyne station pair, with some services arriving at Guide Bridge. Use this guide to compare Bolton and Ashton-under-Lyne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bolton station do trains to Ashton-under-Lyne leave from?
Getting to Bolton from Bolton city centre
Bolton is 1 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:
Bolton train station facilities and services
Bolton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bolton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bolton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bolton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bolton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bolton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bolton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, this station is scooter friendly, a scooter permit is required for travel, Level access through the ticket barriers to an overpass and via lifts to all platforms. Lifts available from first to last trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Lostock from Bolton city centre
Lostock is 4 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:
Lostock train station facilities and services
Lostock has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lostock.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lostock: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Lostock: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lostock: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Level access from car park (22 paces, 1:12 slope) and Booking office to Bolton/Manchester platform. For services to Preston, separate ramped access (96 paces, 1:10 slope) from Rumworth Road overbridge onto the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.
Getting to Hall I' Th' Wood from Bolton city centre
Hall I' Th' Wood is 2 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:
Hall I' Th' Wood train station facilities and services
Hall I' Th' Wood has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hall I' Th' Wood: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Hall I' Th' Wood: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hall I' Th' Wood: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, Platforms are both accessed via a long set of step from street level, there is no step free route to the platforms, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Ashton-under-Lyne station do trains from Bolton arrive at?
Getting to Ashton-under-Lyne from Ashton-under-Lyne city centre
Ashton-under-Lyne train station facilities and services
Ashton-under-Lyne has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ashton-under-Lyne.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ashton-under-Lyne.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ashton-under-Lyne: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ashton-under-Lyne: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ashton-under-Lyne: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Kerb at station front, through the underpass (20 paces), turn right and up a ramp (42 paces, 1:8 slope) to the ticket office. Lift also available from the first to last train, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: contact Customer Relations 08002006060, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Guide Bridge from Ashton-under-Lyne city centre
Guide Bridge is 1 km from Ashton-under-Lyne city centre. Public transport options include:
Guide Bridge train station facilities and services
Guide Bridge has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Guide Bridge.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Guide Bridge.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Guide Bridge: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Guide Bridge: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Guide Bridge: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Scooter Friendly Station - Platform 1 level access vrom the car park, platform 2 level accewss, transfer between platforms using Guide Lane, 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.
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