The average train between Walkden and Irlam takes 1h 15m and the fastest train takes 48 min. There is a train service every few hours from Walkden to Irlam. 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 Walkden and Irlam. The earliest departure is at 6:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Walkden is at 11:13 PM which arrives into Irlam at 6:23 AM. All services require a transfer at Salford Crescent and take an average of 1h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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7h 44m • 2 changes


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48 min • 2 changes


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51 min • 2 changes


48 min • 2 changes


48 min • 2 changes


48 min • 2 changes


51 min • 2 changes
Want to know about travelling from Walkden to Irlam? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Walkden to Irlam. However, there are services departing from Walkden station and arriving at Irlam station via Salford Crescent. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 15m.
Walkden to Irlam train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Walkden station.
Walkden to Irlam train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Irlam station.
Book your Walkden to Irlam train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Walkden and Irlam is 8.4 km. The road distance is 26 km.
You can take a train from Walkden to Irlam via Salford Crescent and Manchester Oxford Road in around 1h 8m.