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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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Take a train from Warrington to Ashton-under-Lyne and enjoy the approximately 34 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:59, the last at 22:44.
Distance 34 km |
Average train duration 39m |
Trains per day 3 |
First train 5:59 |
Last train 22:44 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 1 day |
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Local history museum in a restored canal warehouse, with displays on industry, transport and daily life in Tameside.
Community museum and art venue in nearby Stalybridge, featuring changing exhibitions and material on local social history.
Museum in a nineteenth-century school building exploring local domestic life, childhood and social history through period displays.
Main public park with boating lake, landscaped grounds and leisure facilities, ideal for a relaxed walk close to the town centre.
Lively central square beside the market and tram stop, useful for seeing Ashton’s everyday atmosphere and civic core.
Waterside walking area where canals meet, popular for gentle strolls, heritage views and access to the museum and marina.
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.
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.
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.
Popular independent bakery and café known for artisan breads, pastries, brunch and coffee in a casual modern space.
Well-known Indian restaurant in Ashton-under-Lyne with a broad curry menu and smart but approachable atmosphere.
Traditional pub near Ashton centre serving cask ales and classic British dishes in a relaxed, historic setting.
Generally cheaper than central Manchester. Dining and local transport are reasonable, while accommodation is moderate for Greater Manchester.
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.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Warrington 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.

Most Warrington to Ashton-under-Lyne trains use the Warrington Central to Guide Bridge station pair, with some services arriving at Ashton-under-Lyne. Use this guide to compare Warrington and Ashton-under-Lyne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Warrington Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Warrington Central.
Ticket office support is available at Warrington Central.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Warrington Central: Parking, WC.
Available at Warrington Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warrington Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Step free access is available to both platforms at the station. Customer Lifts are available from first to last train, 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, 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.
Warrington Bank Quay is 1 km from Warrington city centre. Public transport options include:
Warrington Bank Quay has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Warrington Bank Quay.
Wi-Fi is available at Warrington Bank Quay. ATMs are available at Warrington Bank Quay.
Ticket office support is available at Warrington Bank Quay. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Warrington Bank Quay: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Warrington Bank Quay: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warrington Bank Quay: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Padgate is 2 km from Warrington city centre. Public transport options include:
Padgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Padgate.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Padgate: Parking.
Available at Padgate: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Padgate: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Level Access via Ramp, 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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 options are available at Ashton-under-Lyne.
Ticket office support is available at Ashton-under-Lyne.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ashton-under-Lyne: Parking, WC.
Available at Ashton-under-Lyne: Bike Parking.
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.
Guide Bridge is 1 km from Ashton-under-Lyne city centre. Public transport options include:
Guide Bridge has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Guide Bridge.
Ticket office support is available at Guide Bridge.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Guide Bridge: Parking.
Available at Guide Bridge: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Guide Bridge: 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.
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