Ashton-under-Lyne Metrolink station
Ashton-under-Lyne Metrolink Station is a station in Phase 3b of the Manchester Metrolink. It is planned to be completed in the winter of 2013–14 and is located on an extension from Droylsden Metrolink station on the East Manchester Line, next to the town's bus station. There are two other Metrolink stations in the Ashton-under-Lyne area: Ashton Moss and Ashton West. There is additionally a railway station in the town, operated by Northern Rail, which is located a couple of minutes walk away from the stop.ServicesTrams are scheduled along the East Manchester line westbound towards Manchester Piccadilly station before continuing through the city centre towards other destinations, whilst eastbound trams will terminate at the station. Trams will run every 12 minutes Monday-Saturday daytime, increasing to every 6 minutes at peak times. On Sundays and Bank Holidays, there will be a 15 minute service.External links Light Rail Transit Association