Sowerby Bridge to Ashton-under-Lyne by train
| First train | 06:22 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:22 | |
| Departure station | Sowerby Bridge | |
| Arrival station | Ashton-under-Lyne | |
| Journey time | From 1h 19m | |
| Distance | 17 miles (27 km) | |
| Frequency | 8 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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Taking the train from Sowerby Bridge to Ashton-under-Lyne in 1 hour 19 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Sowerby Bridge to Ashton-under-Lyne? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 1 hour 52 minutes to travel the 17 miles (27 km) from Sowerby Bridge to Ashton-under-Lyne by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 19 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 8 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with TransPennine Express for all or at least part of your journey to Ashton-under-Lyne.
Book train tickets from Sowerby Bridge to Ashton-under-Lyne in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Ashton-under-Lyne by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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