Golborne railway station construction

Enabling works have commenced for the £36 million Golborne Station project on the West Coast Main Line. The development is intended to reconnect the town to the rail network for the first time in over 60 years and is expected to open in spring 2028.

Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) anticipates the new service could reduce commute times to Manchester city centre by up to 30 minutes. The planned hourly service will run between Wigan and Stalybridge via Manchester Victoria. The station will include features such as step-free access, lifts, and digital information screens.

Engineering firm Murphy has been appointed to lead the construction. The project is a partnership involving TfGM, the Greater Manchester Combined Authority, and Wigan Council, supported by locally devolved government funding. Additional local improvements will include enhanced walking and cycling routes, as well as upgrades to the town centre car park featuring electric vehicle charging points. Early research suggests the project may impact local property markets, with potential price increases for properties near the station.