Ever since the Metrolink came to Ashton, that became the cooler and more common way of getting into…read moretown, but Ashton-under-Lyne Railway Station isn't given the credit it deserves, it provides services into Manchester Victoria in around ten minutes, with services hourly. In the opposite direction, services go into Stalybridge, again with one train per hour. The station is fairly clean, services are limited as expected for a Category E station. There are toilets, however, they do require a key, it can be a little annoying having to find a staff member though, as far as I'm aware the station is only staffed at certain times, so I'm not sure what happens with the toilets when the staff go home. There is a small waiting shelter providing seating and shelter. There are ramps and lifts to get to the platforms. The town's bus and Metrolink station are both a short walk away, allowing you to continue your journey. 3* - Although fairly quiet ever since the Metrolink came to town, despite not being too impressive, it provides adequate transport facilities and is nice to have in Ashton-Under-Lyne.

The station has been modernised with Ramps and a Lift to the Platforms. It also has one Disabled…read moretoilet at rear of the offices (Radar Key Needed) or ask at the ticket office for the Key. There is a small waiting office on the platform that also house the ticket office and a snack machine. The Metro paper is availible FREE in the mornings on the platform. The waiting room is well lit and clean and tidy, staff are helpful and there is always a well stocked selection of Time tables and leaflets on show. There is a small carpark at the front of the station with some restrictions. Ashton-Under-Lyne Bus station is across the road. Ikea is a 10 Minute walk from the Train station and the town centre and Ashton Market is across the Road.