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Trains from Forest Hill (FOH) to Westhoughton (WHG)

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32

train journeys
per day

179

miles (289 kms)

4hrs 10 mins

fastest journey

00:02 / 23:50

first / last train

0

direct trains (5 or 7 changes)

10

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Forest Hill (FOH) to Westhoughton (WHG)

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On a typical weekday there are 32 scheduled rail journeys between Forest Hill and Westhoughton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 32 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Forest Hill to Westhoughton is approximately 179 miles (289 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 13 mins.

London Overground, Avanti West Coast, Southern, First TransPennine Express, Southeastern, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Thameslink, Elizabeth Line, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Forest Hill and Westhoughton.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Forest Hill to Westhoughton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 10 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Forest Hill to Westhoughton

Journeys from Forest Hill to Westhoughton Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    00:02
    9 hrs 47 mins 6 changes
    09:49
    Forest Hill
    Westhoughton
    Forest Hill to Westhoughton
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:32
    4 hrs 17 mins 5 changes - overtaken train
    10:49
    Forest Hill
    Westhoughton
    Forest Hill to Westhoughton
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:39
    4 hrs 10 mins 7 changes
    10:49
    Forest Hill
    Westhoughton
    Forest Hill to Westhoughton
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:32
    4 hrs 17 mins 5 changes - overtaken train
    11:49
    Forest Hill
    Westhoughton
    Forest Hill to Westhoughton
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:39
    4 hrs 10 mins 7 changes
    11:49
    Forest Hill
    Westhoughton
    Forest Hill to Westhoughton
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:32
    4 hrs 17 mins 5 changes - overtaken train
    12:49
    Forest Hill
    Westhoughton
    Forest Hill to Westhoughton
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:39
    4 hrs 10 mins 7 changes
    12:49
    Forest Hill
    Westhoughton
    Forest Hill to Westhoughton
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:32
    4 hrs 17 mins 5 changes - overtaken train
    13:49
    Forest Hill
    Westhoughton
    Forest Hill to Westhoughton
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:39
    4 hrs 10 mins 7 changes
    13:49
    Forest Hill
    Westhoughton
    Forest Hill to Westhoughton
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:32
    4 hrs 17 mins 5 changes - overtaken train
    14:49
    Forest Hill
    Westhoughton
    Forest Hill to Westhoughton
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:39
    4 hrs 10 mins 7 changes
    14:49
    Forest Hill
    Westhoughton
    Forest Hill to Westhoughton
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:32
    4 hrs 17 mins 5 changes - overtaken train
    15:49
    Forest Hill
    Westhoughton
    Forest Hill to Westhoughton
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:39
    4 hrs 10 mins 7 changes
    15:49
    Forest Hill
    Westhoughton
    Forest Hill to Westhoughton
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:32
    4 hrs 17 mins 5 changes - overtaken train
    16:49
    Forest Hill
    Westhoughton
    Forest Hill to Westhoughton
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:39
    4 hrs 10 mins 7 changes
    16:49
    Forest Hill
    Westhoughton
    Forest Hill to Westhoughton
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:32
    4 hrs 17 mins 5 changes - overtaken train
    17:49
    Forest Hill
    Westhoughton
    Forest Hill to Westhoughton
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:39
    4 hrs 10 mins 7 changes
    17:49
    Forest Hill
    Westhoughton
    Forest Hill to Westhoughton
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:32
    4 hrs 17 mins 5 changes - overtaken train
    18:49
    Forest Hill
    Westhoughton
    Forest Hill to Westhoughton
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:39
    4 hrs 10 mins 7 changes
    18:49
    Forest Hill
    Westhoughton
    Forest Hill to Westhoughton
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:32
    4 hrs 45 mins 5 changes - overtaken train
    20:17
    Forest Hill
    Westhoughton
    Forest Hill to Westhoughton

About Forest Hill Station

Station name Forest Hill (FOH)
Address Forest Hill station, Devonshire Road, Forest Hill, Greater London, SE23 3HB
Managed by LO

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 20:50
Saturday 06:40 - 21:15
Sunday 07:10 - 21:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Westhoughton Station

Station name Westhoughton (WHG)
Address Westhoughton station, Church Street, Westhoughton, Greater Manchester, BL5 3LE
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Forest Hill and Westhoughton

The travel time between Forest Hill and Westhoughton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 13 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 10 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Forest Hill and Westhoughton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 32 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:02, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:50.

First class tickets on trains between Forest Hill and Westhoughton typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Forest Hill 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 Forest Hill & Westhoughton. owever, there are 32 possible journeys which require a change.

London Overground, Avanti West Coast, Southern, First TransPennine Express, Southeastern, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Thameslink, Elizabeth Line, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Forest Hill and Westhoughton.

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