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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 Leeds to Westhoughton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Leeds to Westhoughton and enjoy the approximately 70 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 03:18, the last at 22:56.
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 70 km |
First train 3:18 |
Last train 22:56 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 7 days |
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.
- Recommended
Bolton Museum
A volunteer-run heritage museum in nearby Bolton telling the story of local people, industry and everyday life through varied displays.
- Recommended
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.
- Recommended
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: Leeds to Westhoughton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds 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 Leeds to Westhoughton is 70 km.
The first train from Leeds to Westhoughton leaves at 3:18.
The last train from Leeds to Westhoughton departs at 22:56.
There is no night train service from Leeds to Westhoughton.
Booking trains from Leeds 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 Leeds to Westhoughton.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leeds and Westhoughton
Most Leeds to Westhoughton trains use the Leeds to Daisy Hill station pair, with some services arriving at Westhoughton. Use this guide to compare Leeds and Westhoughton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Leeds
Arrival train stations in Westhoughton
LeedsNew Station St, Leeds LS1 4DY, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Leeds from Leeds city centre
Bus lines1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
Train linesNorthern, TransPennine Express
Leeds train station facilities and services
Leeds has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 22:30. Information desks are located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds: There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.
Burley ParkBurley Park station, Ashville Road, Burley Park, West Yorkshire, LS6 1NA+44 8002006060
City-centre transport
Getting to Burley Park from Leeds city centre
Burley Park is 2 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainLeeds - York, Leeds - Knaresborough, Leeds - Harrogate, Leeds - Horsforth · 4m · £1 · every ~4 min
Bus19, 19A · 8m · every ~7 min
19, 19A · 11m · every ~7 min
Burley Park train station facilities and services
Burley Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Burley Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Burley Park: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Burley Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Burley Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes, 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, Accessible ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Westhoughton station do trains from Leeds arrive at?
Trains from Leeds to Westhoughton most often arrive at Daisy Hill. Some services arrive at Westhoughton, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Westhoughton arrival station.
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.
WesthoughtonWesthoughton station, Church Street, Westhoughton, Greater Manchester, BL5 3LE
City-centre transport
Getting to Westhoughton from Westhoughton city centre
Bus919, 932, 931, 942, 915, 516, 521 · 1m · £2 · every ~6 min
Westhoughton train station facilities and services
Westhoughton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Westhoughton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Westhoughton: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Westhoughton: 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.
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