- Must visit
British Commercial Vehicle Museum
The town's best-known museum, focused on Leyland's vehicle-making heritage with classic buses, lorries and interactive family displays.
2,000+ travel companies
2,000+ travel companies
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
4.942K ratings
Google Play
4.6136K reviews
Journey information
Overview: Train from Whaley Bridge to Leyland
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Whaley Bridge to Leyland and enjoy the approximately 62 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 62 km |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
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
Frequently asked questions about your Whaley Bridge to Leyland trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Whaley Bridge to Leyland.
The train distance from Whaley Bridge to Leyland is 62 km.
Complete guide to Leyland
Things to do in Leyland
Discover the best of Leyland — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Leyland trip today.
- Recommended
Worden Hall Museum
Community museum space at Worden Park with changing displays on local history, making a useful cultural stop beside the hall and gardens.
- Recommended
The Heritage Centre, Bamber Bridge
Nearby industrial heritage museum in Bamber Bridge with steam engines and working exhibits, popular with visitors exploring the wider area.
- Must visit
Worden Park
Leyland's standout green space, with formal gardens, woodland walks, play areas and open grounds around a historic hall.
- Recommended
Cuerden Valley Park
A popular local nature reserve with lakes, birdlife and easy walking paths, ideal for a quieter outdoor visit close to town.
- Recommended
Lostock Hall to Midge Hall Trail
A useful walking and cycling corridor following the old railway route, offering a flat, accessible way to explore the local landscape.
- Gluten-free
Lancashire Hotpot
A hearty Lancashire hotpot of lamb or mutton, onions and sliced potatoes, slow-cooked for comfort and long tied to Lancashire home cooking.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Lancashire Cheese
Crumbling Lancashire cheese with a buttery, tangy taste. It is one of the county’s best-known traditional foods and often served with bread or chutney.
- Vegetarian
Butter Pie
Butter pie is a Preston and wider Lancashire favourite: flaky pastry filled with potato, onion and butter, linked to local Catholic meat-free traditions.
L'Albero
Popular casual Italian restaurant serving pizza, pasta and grills in a lively, family-friendly setting in central Leyland.
The Dilraj
Well-known local Indian restaurant with classic curries, tandoori dishes and a smart but relaxed atmosphere.
The Leyland Lion
Traditional pub dining with steaks, Sunday roasts and British favourites in a restored historic coaching inn setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Hotels, dining and local transport are usually cheaper than in London, but costs are similar to other towns in North West England.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is often included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is usual for good service. Taxi fares can be rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually small change.
Northern
Get the appOfficial public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- £2
- Day pass
- £6
To the city centre
Leyland Railway Station -> Preston Railway Station, Preston
- Distance
- 11 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Contactless Tap & Go works on participating Lancashire buses; tap on and tap off so daily capping can apply.
- Bus fares in Lancashire vary by operator. Check the operator or Lancashire County Council page before travel, especially for supported services.
FAQs: Whaley Bridge to Leyland train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Whaley Bridge to Leyland 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 Leyland, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Whaley Bridge to Leyland in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Whaley Bridge to Leyland.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Whaley Bridge and Leyland
Most Whaley Bridge to Leyland trains use the Whaley Bridge to Leyland station pair. Use this guide to compare Whaley Bridge and Leyland train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Whaley Bridge
Arrival train stations in Leyland
Which Whaley Bridge station do trains to Leyland leave from?
Trains from Whaley Bridge to Leyland leave from Whaley Bridge. The station is from Whaley Bridge city centre at Whaley Bridge station, Market Street, Whaley Bridge, Derbyshire, SK23 7AA.
Whaley BridgeWhaley Bridge station, Market Street, Whaley Bridge, Derbyshire, SK23 7AA
City-centre transport
Getting to Whaley Bridge from Whaley Bridge city centre
Onward travel informationBus stop opposite side of road. Busline 0871 200 2233
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesFor Buxton - bus stop opposite the Joddrell Arms Pub on Market Street, for Manchester bus stop outside the Joddrell Arms Pub at the bottom of the station approach road.
Whaley Bridge train station facilities and services
Whaley Bridge 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 Whaley Bridge.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Whaley Bridge.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Whaley Bridge: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Whaley Bridge: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Whaley Bridge: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, The station forecourt/car park slopes steeply upwards from its entrance at the junction of Market street and Reservoir Road. Access to the Buxton platform is step-free via a tarmac footpath along the front of the station building to a gate onto the platform, or via 10 steps up to the ticket office then one step down onto the platform. Step-free access to the Manchester platform is via a sloping path from Station View and through a gate onto the platform. A stepped footbridge connects the two platforms. However there is a large gap between the train and platform on both platforms, 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.
Which Leyland station do trains from Whaley Bridge arrive at?
Trains from Whaley Bridge to Leyland arrive at Leyland. Leyland is from Leyland city centre.
LeylandLeyland station, Station Brow, Leyland, Lancashire, PR25 3NN+44 8002006060
City-centre transport
Getting to Leyland from Leyland city centre
Bus111, 111C · 1m · £8 · every ~15 min
Leyland train station facilities and services
Leyland 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 Leyland.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leyland.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leyland: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Leyland: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leyland: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, This station only has tactile paving on platform 1 - There are four platforms at Leyland, all of which have step free access via lifts 24 /7, 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 ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, 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.
Train stations for Whaley Bridge to Leyland
Check train stations information for Whaley Bridge and Leyland, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Whaley Bridge that goes to Leyland is Whaley Bridge, and it arrives at Leyland.
More options for your journey from Whaley Bridge to Leyland
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
Most popular trains to and from Leyland and Whaley Bridge
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
