The cheapest and fastest trains from Orrell to Walkden
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
33 m
Average duration
40 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
21 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Orrell to Walkden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Orrell to Walkden will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 2 trains that leave Orrell for Walkden every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 21 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 33 m .
The slowest trains will take 46 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.




Live departures
Orrell to Walkden train times
The table below shows live departures for Orrell to Walkden trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 17 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:09 Orrell | 0h33 | 09:42 Walkden | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Orrell to Walkden
Trains from Orrell to Walkden run on average 5 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:52, the last at 20:04. The fastest train covers the 21 km distance in 46m.
Distance 21 km |
Average train duration 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 05:52 |
Last train 20:04 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Orrell to Walkden trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Orrell and Walkden 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: Orrell to Walkden train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Orrell to Walkden 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 Walkden, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Orrell and Walkden
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Access to station via a path (12 paces) off Church Street, down a ramp (23 paces, 1:8 slope) and then for services towards Wigan and Manchester: straight down 24 steps onto the platform, whilst for services to Kirkby continue across the footbridge (16 paces), turn left and down 24 steps onto the platform.
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: On Church Street for buses to St Helen?s or Wigan. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Church Street outside the station entrance. (Station side for Kirkby, opposite side for Wigan)
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 12:40 Saturday 07:10 - 13:40 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C Station, Services towards Manchester: From Walkden Road, up 14 steps into the ticket office and then up 28 steps onto the platform. Trains to Manchester leave on the left. Services Towards Wigan leave on the right.
- 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
- Onward travel information: Located on Walkden Road and Memorial Road for buses to Bolton, Manchester, Eccles and Trafford Park. Adjacent to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stop outside the station on Walkden Rd under the bridge. (Both Directions)
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
