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About Hough Green (HGN) Train Station

Station managed by: Northern

Hough Green station
Liverpool Road
Hough Green
Cheshire
WA8 7XU

Hough Green Station can be found on Liverpool Road in Hough Green as shown on the map, and is operated by Northern.

Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Hough Green Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.

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Everything you need to know about Hough Green Station

Discovering Hough Green Train Station

Welcome to Hough Green, a charming train station nestled in the midst of the Merseyside area, providing seamless connections to a range of destinations. Whether you're planning a business trip or a leisurely day out, Hough Green offers a smooth rail travel experience, complete with essential amenities and links to onward travel. Let's delve into what makes this station a practical choice for travelers.

Facilities and Amenities at Hough Green Station

Hough Green station is equipped with a ticket office open from 06:10 to 00:10 on Monday and from 08:40 to 23:05 on Sunday, making it easy to purchase or collect tickets. For added convenience, there are ticket machines available that facilitate online collection. Accessibility is a priority at Hough Green, with the majority of facilities designed to accommodate all visitors. You’ll find induction loops, accessible ticket machines, and step-free access on Liverpool bound platforms. However, access to the Manchester bound platform requires traversing a bit of a challenge with a 12-metre ramp followed by 11 steps.

While there are no waiting rooms, rest assured that seating areas are available. Security is robust with CCTV installed across the station, and although there’s no luggage storage, lost property services are provided daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 PM. Moreover, the presence of customer help points ensures that assistance is readily available when needed.

Onward Travel from Hough Green

Hough Green station serves as a hub for further travel options, enhancing the comfort of your journey. There are rail replacement services, which you can access at bus stops found 200 yards from the station on Liverpool Road. For taxi services tailored to your needs, you can visit Northern’s [Cab4You page](https://www.northernrailway.co.uk/tickets/cab4you). Bus services can also be accessed easily by contacting Busline on 0871 200 2233. While bicycle hire is not available directly at the station, cycling amenities such as lockers and stands cater to those who prefer this eco-friendly travel mode.

Popular Travel Routes

Hough Green station is your gateway to popular destinations. Catch a train to bustling Liverpool Lime Street [Trains from Hough Green to Liverpool Lime Street](https://www.northernrailway.co.uk/tickets/411285041.ahr), or venture towards Manchester with links to [Manchester Piccadilly](https://www.northernrailway.co.uk/tickets/413208441.ahr) and [Manchester Victoria](https://www.northernrailway.co.uk/tickets/413208514.ahr). If you're heading to Warrington, you'll find efficient services to both [Warrington Central](https://www.northernrailway.co.uk/tickets/411285137.ahr) and [Warrington Bank Quay](https://www.northernrailway.co.uk/tickets/411285146.ahr).

Other noteworthy routes include trips to [Birkenhead Hamilton Square](https://www.northernrailway.co.uk/tickets/413208647.ahr), [Chester](https://www.northernrailway.co.uk/tickets/413208152.ahr), and [Southport](https://www.northernrailway.co.uk/tickets/413208626.ahr). For a broader array of journey options, direct your attention towards the station's travel itineraries which promise to meet leisure and business needs alike.

Final Thoughts

Hough Green station is more than just a transit point. It's a well-equipped facility designed to meet the momentary needs of your journey with ease. While it may not dazzle with luxurious amenities, it makes up for it with efficiency and practicality. Whether you're a regular traveler or preparing for a one-time trip, Hough Green provides a reliable service that ensures a smooth journey. Considering how practically it connects to other points of interest, your next ticket purchase might just lead you somewhere unexpectedly delightful.

Hough Green Station details & facilities

Ticket Office
Ticket Office Opening hours
Monday:06:10 to 00:10
Sunday:08:40 to 23:05
Ticket machinesYes
Collect tickets bought onlineYes

Collect tickets at the ticket machine

Accessible ticket machinesYes

 Platform 1

Induction loopYes
Smartcards
Smartcards issued at this stationYes
Smartcard validatorsNo
Information available from staff

If the station is not staffed please use our helpline 08002006060

Customer information

DepartureScreens

Announcements

Staff help available
Monday to Friday:06:15 to 20:40
Saturday:07:10 to 21:30
Sunday:
Monday to Friday:07:10 to 13:50
Customer help pointsYes
Customer services notes

08002006060

Luggage storageNo
Lost property
Monday to Sunday:07:00 to 22:00

None

CCTV at the stationYes
Station Accessibility
Step-free access

Step free access is available in parts of this station.

  • Category B Station

Level access to Liverpool bound platform. Access to the Manchester bound platform is off Netherley Road via 12 metre ramp and then 11 steps.

To find our more about travelling around this station, please see the 360 map click here

Ticket barriers and gatesNo
Accessible ticket machinesYes

 Platform 1

Induction loopYes
Ramp for train accessYes
Accessible ToiletsNo
Waiting roomsThere is no waiting room office at Hough Green
Seating areaYes
Wheelchairs availableNo
Getting to and from the station
Accessible taxis hereNo
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up pointNo
Accessible spaces3
Accessible car park equipmentTrue

None

Staff Help
Staff help available
Monday to Friday:06:15 to 20:40
Saturday:07:10 to 21:30
Monday to Friday:07:10 to 13:50
Customer Help Points and Meeting PointYes
Helpline

We want everyone to travel with confidence. That is why, if you are planning on travelling on national rail services, you can request an assistance booking in advance - now up to 2 hours before your journey is due to start, any time of the day. For more information about Passenger Assist and how to request an assistance booking via Passenger Assist, please click here.

ToiletsNo
Accessible ToiletsNo
Baby ChangingNo
Waiting roomsThere is no waiting room office at Hough Green
Seating areaYes
1st Class LoungeNo
Station Car Park
OperatorNorthern
Car Parking Availability
Monday to Friday:Open 24 hours
Saturday:Open 24 hours
Sunday:Open 24 hours
Spaces41
Accessible spaces3
Accessible car park equipmentYes
Car park CCTVYes
Parking charges
FreeTrue
Refreshment FacilitiesNo
ATM MachineNo
ShopsNo
Currency ExchangeNo
Pay PhonesNo
Public Wi-FiNo
Bicycle Storage
Spaces15

5 cycle lockers and 10 cycle stands

On the platform

Type of StorageLockers, Stands,
ShelteredNo
CCTVYes
Bicycle Hire
Cycle Hire Information

Available

Not available at this station.

Transport Links to and from Hough Green Station

All you need to know about Hough Green's links with other modes of transport, including local bus services, taxis, care hire & more

Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Liverpool Road (200 yards from station, station side for Warrington, opposite side for Liverpool)

Busline 0871 200 2233

Available

Not available at this station.

Live Departures and arrivals from Hough Green Station

Want to check the latest departures and arrivals into Hough Green station? Find live information for the next trains departing and arriving at the station below.

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