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Get from Manchester to Ashton-in-Makerfield
The journey takes about 21 minutes, and with fares starting at just $6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Ashton-in-Makerfield by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Manchester to Ashton-in-Makerfield?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Ashton-in-Makerfield start at $6. The average price for this train route is around $17. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Manchester to Ashton-in-Makerfield?
The average train trip from Manchester to Ashton-in-Makerfield takes 21m and covers 25 km. The quickest train gets you there in 16m and is operated by Transpennine Express.
Which train operators serve the Manchester to Ashton-in-Makerfield route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 30 trains available per day, including services from Northern, Transport for Wales, Transpennine Express.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Ashton-in-Makerfield?
The earliest train from Manchester to Ashton-in-Makerfield departs at 7:00am. The latest train departs at 11:59pm.
What is the best train operator from Manchester to Ashton-in-Makerfield?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Northern, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 26 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Ashton-in-Makerfield?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Manchester to Ashton-in-Makerfield?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Transport for Wales, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Manchester to Ashton-in-Makerfield?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Northern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Manchester to Ashton-in-Makerfield was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $5To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Manchester to Ashton-in-Makerfield, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $5 to $68 for a train ticket from Manchester to Ashton-in-Makerfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $5 which is on 2025-12-09.
Usually Transpennine Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
