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Astley Green Colliery Museum
A local museum inside a working windmill site, covering milling, mining and village life. Worth visiting for hands-on heritage and family-friendly exhibits.
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Overview: Train from Hindley to Westhoughton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Hindley to Westhoughton and enjoy the approximately 4 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 06:12, the last at 23:13.
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 4 km |
First train 6:12 |
Last train 23:13 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
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
Complete guide to Westhoughton
Things to do in Westhoughton
Discover the best of Westhoughton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Westhoughton trip today.
- Recommended
Greater Manchester Museum of Transport
A major transport museum with preserved buses, trams and local history displays. It is a rewarding day out for engineering fans and families.
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Bolton Museum
A volunteer-run heritage museum in nearby Bolton telling the story of local people, industry and everyday life through varied displays.
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Jumbles Country Park
A large country park with woodland, moorland and reservoir walks. Popular for scenic trails, wildlife watching and views over the Bolton countryside.
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Leeds and Liverpool Canal
A waterside walking and cycling route following a historic canal. Visit for peaceful towpath views, industrial heritage and easy outdoor exercise.
- Recommended
Smithills Estate
A large estate of gardens, woodland and farm spaces around Smithills Hall. Ideal for walking, family visits and enjoying varied rural landscapes.
Steak and Kidney Pudding
A flaky suet pastry pudding traditionally filled with steak and kidney. A classic Greater Manchester comfort food tied to the area’s mill-town heritage.
Black Pudding Breakfast
A hearty northern breakfast of black pudding, sausages, bacon, eggs and tomatoes. Black pudding is especially associated with nearby Lancashire and Greater Manchester.
- Vegetarian
Lancashire Oatcake Drink
A rich oat-based drink once common in Lancashire homes. It is gently spiced and linked to local farming and oat-growing traditions.
Fratelli's
Popular Italian restaurant known for pizza, pasta and relaxed family dining. A dependable casual choice in central Westhoughton.
Spice Valley
Well-regarded Indian restaurant serving classic curries, tandoori dishes and takeaway favourites in an informal local setting.
The Robert Shaw
Traditional pub venue offering grills, hearty British mains and drinks in a casual atmosphere suited to groups and families.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Dining and local transport are manageable, while hotel costs can rise compared with smaller towns nearby.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Café tipping is optional, such as small change.
Bee Network
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.00
- Day pass
- £5.00
To the city centre
Manchester Victoria -> Manchester city centre
- Distance
- 0.5 km
- Travel time
- 7 min
Best option: Northern train to Manchester city centre
- Price
- £2.00
- Duration
- 25 min
- Contactless tap and go works on Bee Network buses and trams. Cash and card can also be used to buy tickets for bus, tram and train journeys.
- A train ticket from Westhoughton to Manchester city centre includes free travel on Metrolink within the City Zone in central Manchester.
FAQs: Hindley to Westhoughton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hindley to Westhoughton 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 Westhoughton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train distance from Hindley to Westhoughton is 4 km.
The first train from Hindley to Westhoughton leaves at 6:12.
The last train from Hindley to Westhoughton departs at 23:13.
There is no night train service from Hindley to Westhoughton.
The train station in Hindley that goes to Westhoughton is Hindley station (HIN), and it arrives at Daisy Hill (DSY).
Booking trains from Hindley to Westhoughton in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Hindley to Westhoughton.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hindley and Westhoughton
Most Hindley to Westhoughton trains use the Hindley to Daisy Hill station pair. Use this guide to compare Hindley and Westhoughton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Hindley
Arrival train stations in Westhoughton
Which Hindley station do trains to Westhoughton leave from?
Trains from Hindley to Westhoughton leave from Hindley. The station is 1 km from Hindley city centre at Hindley station, Ladies Lane, Hindley, Lancashire, WN2 2QJ.
HindleyHindley station, Ladies Lane, Hindley, Lancashire, WN2 2QJ+44 8002006060
City-centre transport
Getting to Hindley from Hindley city centre
Hindley is 1 km from Hindley city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus979 · 4m · £2
607, 132, 634 · 28m · £3 · every ~20 min
Hindley train station facilities and services
Hindley 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 Hindley.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hindley.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hindley: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Hindley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hindley: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Services towards Manchester along a short pathway, down a stepped ramp (19 paces) then down 31 steps onto the platform. Services towards Wigan : Up 2 steps to the right of the bridge, along the underpass (25 paces) to the ticket office. Down 4 steps, along the footbridge (12 paces), down 4 steps, turn right and down a further 24 steps onto the platform, 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: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Westhoughton station do trains from Hindley arrive at?
Trains from Hindley to Westhoughton arrive at Daisy Hill. Daisy Hill is 1 km from Westhoughton city centre.
Daisy HillDaisy Hill station, Leigh Road, Daisy Hill, Lancashire, BL5 2JQ+44 8454014015
City-centre transport
Getting to Daisy Hill from Westhoughton city centre
Daisy Hill is 1 km from Westhoughton city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus932, 942, 915, 516, 607, 660, 906 · 6m · £2 · every ~18 min
Daisy Hill train station facilities and services
Daisy Hill 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 Daisy Hill.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Daisy Hill: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Daisy Hill: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Daisy Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, 31 steps from ticket hall to platform, 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 no 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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