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Trains from Alton (AON) to Westhoughton (WHG)

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19

train journeys
per day

178

miles (287 kms)

5hrs 22 mins

fastest journey

05:39 / 00:10

first / last train

0

direct trains (5 or 7 changes)

7

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Alton (AON) to Westhoughton (WHG)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Alton and Westhoughton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Alton to Westhoughton is approximately 178 miles (287 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 58 mins.

CrossCountry, London Overground, GWR, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, Southern, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Alton and Westhoughton.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Alton to Westhoughton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 22 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Alton to Westhoughton

Journeys from Alton to Westhoughton Today

  • Mon 23rd Sep
    05:39
    5 hrs 10 mins5 changes
    10:49
    Alton
    Westhoughton
    Alton to Westhoughton
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    06:41
    5 hrs 8 mins5 changes
    11:49
    Alton
    Westhoughton
    Alton to Westhoughton
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:43
    5 hrs 6 mins5 changes
    12:49
    Alton
    Westhoughton
    Alton to Westhoughton
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:43
    5 hrs 6 mins5 changes
    13:49
    Alton
    Westhoughton
    Alton to Westhoughton
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    09:43
    5 hrs 6 mins5 changes
    14:49
    Alton
    Westhoughton
    Alton to Westhoughton
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    10:43
    5 hrs 6 mins5 changes
    15:49
    Alton
    Westhoughton
    Alton to Westhoughton
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    11:43
    5 hrs 6 mins5 changes
    16:49
    Alton
    Westhoughton
    Alton to Westhoughton
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    12:43
    5 hrs 6 mins5 changes
    17:49
    Alton
    Westhoughton
    Alton to Westhoughton
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    13:43
    5 hrs 6 mins5 changes
    18:49
    Alton
    Westhoughton
    Alton to Westhoughton
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    14:43
    5 hrs 34 mins5 changes
    20:17
    Alton
    Westhoughton
    Alton to Westhoughton
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    15:43
    5 hrs 6 mins5 changes
    20:49
    Alton
    Westhoughton
    Alton to Westhoughton
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    16:43
    5 hrs 6 mins5 changes
    21:49
    Alton
    Westhoughton
    Alton to Westhoughton
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    17:13
    6 hrs 8 mins5 changes
    23:21
    Alton
    Westhoughton
    Alton to Westhoughton
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    18:13
    5 hrs 22 mins6 changes
    23:35
    Alton
    Westhoughton
    Alton to Westhoughton
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    18:43
    13 hrs 12 mins7 changes
    07:55
    Alton
    Westhoughton
    Alton to Westhoughton
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    21:43
    10 hrs 34 mins5 changes
    08:17
    Alton
    Westhoughton
    Alton to Westhoughton
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    22:43
    10 hrs 56 mins5 changes
    09:39
    Alton
    Westhoughton
    Alton to Westhoughton
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    23:14
    10 hrs 35 mins6 changes
    09:49
    Alton
    Westhoughton
    Alton to Westhoughton
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    23:47
    13 hrs 52 mins7 changes
    13:39
    Alton
    Westhoughton
    Alton to Westhoughton

About Alton Station

Station name Alton (AON)
AddressAlton station, Station Road, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 2PZ
Managed bySW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:30 - 19:00
Saturday 07:30 - 17:30
Sunday 08:30 - 16:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Westhoughton Station

Station name Westhoughton (WHG)
AddressWesthoughton station, Church Street, Westhoughton, Greater Manchester, BL5 3LE
Managed byNT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeNo

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Alton and Westhoughton

The travel time between Alton and Westhoughton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 58 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 22 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Alton and Westhoughton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:39, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:10.

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Amenities on trains between Alton and Westhoughton can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Alton & Westhoughton. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, London Overground, GWR, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, Southern, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Alton and Westhoughton.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Alton and Westhoughton, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.