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Woodhorn Museum
Flagship local museum telling the story of mining life through original buildings, objects and exhibitions from Ashington’s coalfield past.
Trains from Thornaby to Ashington run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 15:43, the last at 18:30. The fastest train covers the 74 km distance in 1h 31m.
Distance 74 km |
Average train duration 1h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 31m |
First train 15:43 |
Last train 18:30 |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
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Flagship local museum telling the story of mining life through original buildings, objects and exhibitions from Ashington’s coalfield past.
Art gallery at Woodhorn showing works by the Ashington Group and changing displays that connect art with local working-class history.
Compact local museum in Morpeth’s park exploring the town’s social history, customs and notable residents in an accessible setting.
Large country park around the former colliery with lakes, woodland trails and open views, ideal for walking beside the museum site.
Popular sandy beach and promenade close to Ashington, good for sea views, brisk walks and an easy coastal outing.
Family-friendly riverside park in Morpeth with formal gardens, woodland paths and pleasant routes along the River Wansbeck.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Thornaby to Ashington 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 Ashington, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Thornaby to Ashington trains use the Thornaby to Ashington station pair. Use this guide to compare Thornaby and Ashington train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Thornaby is 2 km from Thornaby city centre. Public transport options include:
Thornaby has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Thornaby.
Wi-Fi is available at Thornaby.
Ticket office support is available at Thornaby.
Available at Thornaby: Parking, WC.
Available at Thornaby: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Thornaby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to the platform. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 05:45 - 19:45 Sunday: 08:45 - 17:30 This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the 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. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring assistance to navigate through the station when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided, 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 toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: During Staff Help times as shown above, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Ashington has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Ashington. ATMs are available at Ashington.
Ticket office support is available at Ashington.
Available at Ashington: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ashington: Basic accessibility for wheelchair users.
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