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station information and services
Gathurst
Amenities at train station
Parking
Accessibility
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Access onto platform 2 is via a steep ramp with no handrail, access onto platform 1 is step free from the car park, transfer between both platforms involves the use of Gathurst Road
- Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Gathurst
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses will Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Gathurst Road at the top of the station approach road (Ackhurst Lane). (Station side for Wigan, opposite side for Southport)
FAQ: Travel from Gathurst (GST)
Everything you need to know about Gathurst (GST): From location, transport connections, and amenities to safety, schedules, and nearby attractions—your complete guide to navigating the station with ease.
Passengers with reduced mobility at Gathurst station do not have access to staff help for assistance.
Gathurst Station is near Worthington Lakes, a picturesque nature reserve ideal for walking and birdwatching, and Haigh Woodland Park, known for its trails and adventure activities.
There is no car rental service available at Gathurst station.
The city center is approximately 1.409 kilometers away from Gathurst station.
To get to the city center from Gathurst, you can use the rail replacement buses that pick up and drop off at the bus stops on Gathurst Road, at the top of the station approach road (Ackhurst Lane), with buses on the station side going to Wigan and those on the opposite side heading towards Southport.
Arriving at Gathurst station about 10 to 15 minutes before your train's departure time is generally advisable to ensure a smooth boarding process.
Gathurst station is located at Gathurst Road, Gathurst, Greater Manchester, WN5 0LW.
Parking is not available at Gathurst station as there is no car park provided.
Train fares from Gathurst to the nearest airport can vary depending on the time of travel, type of ticket, and the rail operator. It is advisable to check with the local train services for the most accurate and up-to-date pricing.
Northern Trains operates services at Gathurst Train Station.
Buses providing rail replacement services pick up and drop off at the bus stops on Gathurst Road at the top of the station approach road (Ackhurst Lane) with the station side serving Wigan and the opposite side serving Southport.
Gathurst Station is generally considered safe for early morning or late evening travel, with standard safety measures in place to ensure commuter security.
Security and ticket checks at Gathurst station may vary depending on the time and operator policies, but typically, smaller stations like Gathurst may not have dedicated security personnel or frequent ticket checking as larger stations do.
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