The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Ashton-under-Lyne
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
9 m
Average duration
9 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
9 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Ashton-under-Lyne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Ashton-under-Lyne will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 12 trains that leave Manchester for Ashton-under-Lyne every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 9 km distance in an average of 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Manchester to Ashton-under-Lyne train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Ashton-under-Lyne trains for tomorrow, Monday 12 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L36934+ L08422 | On time 06:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h22 | 06:22 Ashton-under-Lyne station (AHN) | 1 change | |
L10783 | On time 06:22 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h11 | 06:33 Ashton-under-Lyne station (AHN) | 0 changesdirect | |
L36626+ L05434 | On time 06:32 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h23 | 06:55 Ashton-under-Lyne station (AHN) | 1 change | |
L05446 | On time 06:51 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h10 | 07:01 Ashton-under-Lyne station (AHN) | 0 changesdirect | |
C43636+ L05435 | On time 07:32 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h23 | 07:55 Ashton-under-Lyne station (AHN) | 1 change | |
L05447 | On time 07:51 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h09 | 08:00 Ashton-under-Lyne station (AHN) | 0 changesdirect | |
L36636+ L05436 | On time 08:31 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h24 | 08:55 Ashton-under-Lyne station (AHN) | 1 change | |
L05494 | On time 08:53 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h09 | 09:02 Ashton-under-Lyne station (AHN) | 0 changesdirect | |
L36642+ L05437 | On time 09:32 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h23 | 09:55 Ashton-under-Lyne station (AHN) | 1 change | |
L05448 | On time 09:51 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h09 | 10:00 Ashton-under-Lyne station (AHN) | 0 changesdirect | |
L36648+ L05438 | On time 10:32 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h23 | 10:55 Ashton-under-Lyne station (AHN) | 1 change | |
L05449 | On time 10:51 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0h09 | 11:00 Ashton-under-Lyne station (AHN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Ashton-under-Lyne
Trains from Manchester to Ashton-under-Lyne run on average 5 times per day, taking around 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 9 km distance in 9m.
Distance 9 km |
Average train duration 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 9m |
First train 04:48 |
Last train 23:33 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express from Manchester to Ashton-under-Lyne trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Manchester and Ashton-under-Lyne from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Manchester to Ashton-under-Lyne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Ashton-under-Lyne
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office.
- 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
- Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on platform and approach
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:55 - 20:05 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: A key is available from the Booking Office upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in Station Car Park
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:10 - 19:25 Saturday 07:20 - 13:50 Sunday Closed
- 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
- Onward travel information: On both sides of Guide Lane for buses to Houghton Green, Bolton or Manchester. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is in the layby outside the old station building on Guide Lane.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
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