Westhoughton to Leeds train with TransPennine Express

Thu 04 Dec
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Westhoughton to Leeds

Showing times and prices for 04 Dec

Cheapest price

£10

Average price

£23

Fastest journey

1 h 34 m

Average duration

1 h 49 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

70 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Westhoughton to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Westhoughton to Leeds will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Westhoughton for Leeds 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 70 km distance in an average of 1 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 34 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 4 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.

Northern Rail (3)
05:002h04
Westhoughton
07:04Leeds
£101One-way
0 changes
TransPennine Express
06:171h34
Westhoughton
07:51Leeds
£361One-way
0 changes

Live departures

Westhoughton to Leeds train times

The table below shows live departures for Westhoughton to Leeds trains for today, Wednesday 3 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 05:13
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
transpennine_express06:17 Westhoughton
1h34
07:51 Leeds0 changesdirect
transpennine_express07:17 Westhoughton
1h32
08:49 Leeds0 changesdirect
transpennine_express08:49 Westhoughton
1h51
10:40 Leeds0 changesdirect
Thursday 4 December
northern_rail05:00 Westhoughton
2h04
07:04 Leeds0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Westhoughton to Leeds

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Trains from Westhoughton to Leeds run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 02:12, the last at 21:15. The fastest train covers the 70 km distance in 1h 32m.

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
70 km
Average train duration
1h 22m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
1h 32m
First train
02:12
Last train
21:15
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, Northern Trains Limited from Westhoughton to Leeds trainsTransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Westhoughton and Leeds from £10. 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
Average Duration
1h 32m
Cheapest Price
£23
TransPennine Express frequency
5 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

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 29m
Cheapest Price
£11
Northern Trains Limited frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Westhoughton to Leeds train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Westhoughton to Leeds 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 Leeds, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
In Leeds, you can explore the Leeds City Museum with its interactive exhibits on natural history, archaeology, and local history, or visit the Tudor-Jacobean Temple Newsam, which features beautiful gardens and a working farm. The Thackray Medical Museum offers engaging displays on the history of medicine. For cultural experiences, The Grand Theatre hosts a variety of performances, including opera, ballet, and musicals. For shopping, the Victoria Quarter is renowned for its stunning architecture and luxury boutiques. Noteworthy sights include the Royal Armouries Museum with its vast collection of arms and armor, the Leeds Art Gallery showcasing British art, and Roundhay Park, one of Europe's largest city parks. Kirkstall Abbey and Harewood House provide historical and picturesque settings with impressive art collections and landscaped gardens.
A stay of two to three days is ideal to explore Leeds, allowing time to visit its museums, shop in its historic arcades, and enjoy the local dining scene.
The cheapest way to get from Westhoughton to Leeds is by train, costing approximately £10.
The train journey from Westhoughton to Leeds offers a mix of urban and pastoral views, with stretches through the Pennine countryside providing scenic landscapes, particularly between Manchester and Leeds.
Yes, a day trip from Westhoughton to Leeds is feasible. The journey takes 1h 32m and covers a distance of 70 km. Trains run 6 times per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Westhoughton to Leeds can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £10, while the average price tends to be around £24.
The train distance from Westhoughton to Leeds is 70 km.
Booking trains from Westhoughton to Leeds in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Westhoughton to Leeds departs at 21:15.
The train journey from Westhoughton to Leeds covers a distance of 70 km and takes approximately 1h 32m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train station in Westhoughton that goes to Leeds is Westhoughton station (WHG), and it arrives at Leeds station (LDS).
Yes, there is a direct train between Westhoughton and Leeds. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Northern Trains Limited.
The first train from Westhoughton to Leeds leaves at 2:12.
Trains from Westhoughton to Leeds run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Westhoughton to Leeds.
There is no night train service from Westhoughton to Leeds.
Yes, you can take the train from Westhoughton to Leeds.
To get from Westhoughton to Leeds, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Westhoughton and Leeds

Westhoughton
Leeds
The major train station for departures in Westhoughton is Daisy Hill. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Daisy Hill for your trip from Westhoughton to Leeds.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:10 - 19:25 Sunday Closed
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: No
  • Step free access note: Category C Station, 31 steps from ticket hall to platform.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: by the booking office
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Daisy Hill
  • Onward travel information: On Leigh Road for buses to Westhoughton or Atherton. Busline 0871 200 2233
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Leigh Road outside the station entrance.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
information
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Council Managed Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: No
  • Step free access note: Category C Station, please note there are no tactile paving at this station - access to both platforms is via steep ramps only
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level.
  • 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
Public transport options for Westhoughton
  • Onward travel information: Located on Church Street for buses to Wigan, Manchester, Bolton, Chorley and Leigh. Maximum distance 25 yards/23m. Busline 0871 200 2233
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Church St, near station entrance. (Outside newsagents for Wigan, station side for Bolton)
  • Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811

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