The average train between Horwich and Eccles takes 1h 30m and the fastest train takes 45 min. There is a train service every few hours from Horwich to Eccles. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Horwich and Eccles. The earliest departure is at 6:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Horwich is at 11:10 PM which arrives into Eccles at 6:05 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Horwich to Eccles. However, there are services departing from Horwich station and arriving at Eccles station via Deansgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.
Horwich to Eccles train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackrod station.
Horwich to Eccles train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Deansgate station.
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The distance between Horwich and Eccles is 19.4 km. The road distance is 32 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Blackrod to Deansgate hourly. Tickets cost £6–12 and the journey takes 26 min.