- Must visit
Portland Basin Museum
Local history museum in a restored canal warehouse, with displays on industry, transport and daily life in Tameside.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Menston to Ashton-under-Lyne
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Menston to Ashton-under-Lyne and enjoy the approximately 50 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 50 km |
Average train duration 1h 17m |
Trains per day 3 |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
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: Transpennine Express from Menston to Ashton-under-Lyne trainsTranspennine Express trains will get you between Menston and Ashton-under-Lyne. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transpennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Transpennine Express frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Complete guide to Ashton-under-Lyne
Things to do in Ashton-under-Lyne
Discover the best of Ashton-under-Lyne — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ashton-under-Lyne trip today.
- Recommended
Astley Cheetham Art Gallery
Community museum and art venue in nearby Stalybridge, featuring changing exhibitions and material on local social history.
The Old School Museum
Museum in a nineteenth-century school building exploring local domestic life, childhood and social history through period displays.
- Must visit
Stamford Park
Main public park with boating lake, landscaped grounds and leisure facilities, ideal for a relaxed walk close to the town centre.
- Recommended
Ashton Market Square
Lively central square beside the market and tram stop, useful for seeing Ashton’s everyday atmosphere and civic core.
- Recommended
Portland Basin
Waterside walking area where canals meet, popular for gentle strolls, heritage views and access to the museum and marina.
Steak and Kidney Pudding
A hearty baked suet pudding filled with stewed beef and kidney. It is a classic Greater Manchester comfort food long associated with working-class mills and pubs.
- Gluten-free
Black Pudding
Black pudding from nearby Bury is a seasoned blood sausage, traditionally sliced and fried. It is one of the region’s best-known breakfast and market foods.
Manchester Oatcake
A crisp oatcake from Greater Manchester, often eaten with butter, cheese or a full breakfast. It reflects the area’s oat-based griddle baking tradition.
Albion Farm Shop and Cafe
Popular independent bakery and café known for artisan breads, pastries, brunch and coffee in a casual modern space.
Lily's Indian Restaurant
Well-known Indian restaurant in Ashton-under-Lyne with a broad curry menu and smart but approachable atmosphere.
The Wellington
Traditional pub near Ashton centre serving cask ales and classic British dishes in a relaxed, historic setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Generally cheaper than central Manchester. Dining and local transport are reasonable, while accommodation is moderate for Greater Manchester.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £6-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £40+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is often included only sometimes. If not, tip 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service. Round up small taxi fares; café tipping is optional.
FAQs: Menston to Ashton-under-Lyne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Menston 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.
The train distance from Menston to Ashton-under-Lyne is 50 km.
Trains from Menston to Ashton-under-Lyne run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Menston to Ashton-under-Lyne.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Menston to Ashton-under-Lyne.
To travel from Menston to Ashton-under-Lyne, you can take a .
There is no night train service from Menston to Ashton-under-Lyne.
The train station in Menston that goes to Ashton-under-Lyne is Menston station (MNN), and it arrives at Ashton-under-Lyne station (AHN).
Booking trains from Menston to Ashton-under-Lyne in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
A visit to Ashton-under-Lyne can be comfortably enjoyed in 1-2 days, offering time to explore its local attractions and nearby natural beauty.
Yes, you can take the train from Menston to Ashton-under-Lyne.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Menston and Ashton-under-Lyne
Most Menston to Ashton-under-Lyne trains use the Menston to Ashton-under-Lyne station pair. Use this guide to compare Menston and Ashton-under-Lyne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Menston
Arrival train stations in Ashton-under-Lyne
Which Menston station do trains to Ashton-under-Lyne leave from?
Trains from Menston to Ashton-under-Lyne leave from Menston. The station is 1 km from Menston city centre at Menston station, Station Road, Menston, West Yorkshire, LS29 6JH.
MenstonMenston station, Station Road, Menston, West Yorkshire, LS29 6JH+44 8002006060
City-centre transport
Getting to Menston from Menston city centre
Bus34 · 1m · every ~6 min
Menston train station facilities and services
Menston 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 Menston.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Menston.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Menston: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Menston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Menston: 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 - Level access to platform 1. There is a footbridge over the tracks which is the only access to the Leeds/Bradford platform 2. Mobility impaired passengers travelling towards Leeds/Bradford are requested to travel via Ilkley and change trains there, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
Which Ashton-under-Lyne station do trains from Menston arrive at?
Trains from Menston to Ashton-under-Lyne arrive at Ashton-under-Lyne. Ashton-under-Lyne is 1 km from Ashton-under-Lyne city centre.
Ashton-under-LyneAshton-under-Lyne station, Wellington Road, Ashton-under-Lyne, Greater Manchester, OL6 6JP+44 8002006060
City-centre transport
Getting to Ashton-under-Lyne from Ashton-under-Lyne city centre
Bus216, 219 · 4m · £2 · every ~2 min
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.
Most popular train connections from Menston
Most popular trains to and from Ashton-under-Lyne and Menston
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