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Westhoughton to Aintree by train

First train

05:56

Last train

17:55

Departure station

Westhoughton

Arrival station

Aintree

Journey time

From 1h 22m

Distance

19 miles (30 km)

Frequency

9 trains per day

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

Merseyrail

Taking the train from Westhoughton to Aintree in 1 hour 22 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Westhoughton to Aintree? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 1 hour 40 minutes to travel the 19 miles (30 km) from Westhoughton to Aintree by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 22 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 9 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 3 changes 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 Merseyrail for all or at least part of your journey to Aintree.

Book train tickets from Westhoughton to Aintree 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 Aintree by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Westhoughton to Aintree? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Westhoughton to Aintree take?

The average journey time by train between Westhoughton and Aintree is 1 hour and 40 minutes, with around 9 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Westhoughton and Aintree by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Westhoughton to Aintree is 1 hour and 22 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Westhoughton to Aintree?

No, there are no direct train services from Westhoughton to Aintree. Travelling from Westhoughton to Aintree by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

What time does the first train from Westhoughton to Aintree leave?

The first train from Westhoughton to Aintree leaves at 05:56. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Westhoughton to Aintree leave?

The last train from Westhoughton to Aintree leaves at 17:55. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Westhoughton and Aintree by train?

Trains travelling from Westhoughton to Aintree cover a distance of around 19 miles (30 km) during the journey.

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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