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Trains from Atherton (ATN) to Rufford (RUF)

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33

train journeys
per day

15

miles (24 kms)

1hrs 11 mins

fastest journey

00:08 / 00:16

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Atherton (ATN) to Rufford (RUF)

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On a typical weekday there are 33 scheduled rail journeys between Atherton and Rufford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 33 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Atherton to Rufford is approximately 15 miles (24 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 52 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Atherton and Rufford.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Atherton to Rufford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 11 mins.

Journeys from Atherton to Rufford Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:08
    6 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    06:29
    Atherton
    Rufford
    Atherton to Rufford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:58
    1 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    07:29
    Atherton
    Rufford
    Atherton to Rufford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:06
    1 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    07:56
    Atherton
    Rufford
    Atherton to Rufford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:55
    1 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    08:29
    Atherton
    Rufford
    Atherton to Rufford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:22
    1 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    08:56
    Atherton
    Rufford
    Atherton to Rufford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:53
    1 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    09:29
    Atherton
    Rufford
    Atherton to Rufford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:22
    1 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    09:56
    Atherton
    Rufford
    Atherton to Rufford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:53
    1 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    10:29
    Atherton
    Rufford
    Atherton to Rufford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:22
    1 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    10:56
    Atherton
    Rufford
    Atherton to Rufford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:53
    1 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    11:29
    Atherton
    Rufford
    Atherton to Rufford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:22
    1 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    11:56
    Atherton
    Rufford
    Atherton to Rufford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:53
    1 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    12:29
    Atherton
    Rufford
    Atherton to Rufford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:22
    1 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    12:56
    Atherton
    Rufford
    Atherton to Rufford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:53
    1 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    13:29
    Atherton
    Rufford
    Atherton to Rufford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:22
    1 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    13:56
    Atherton
    Rufford
    Atherton to Rufford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:53
    1 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    14:29
    Atherton
    Rufford
    Atherton to Rufford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:52
    1 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    14:56
    Atherton
    Rufford
    Atherton to Rufford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:22
    1 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    15:56
    Atherton
    Rufford
    Atherton to Rufford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:53
    1 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    16:29
    Atherton
    Rufford
    Atherton to Rufford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:22
    1 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    16:56
    Atherton
    Rufford
    Atherton to Rufford

About Atherton Station

Station name Atherton (ATN)
Address Atherton station, Upton Road, Atherton, Lancashire, M46 9RH
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:10 - 23:20
Tuesday 06:10 - 23:20
Wednesday 06:10 - 23:20
Thursday 06:10 - 23:20
Friday 06:10 - 23:20
Saturday 06:10 - 23:20
Sunday 09:20 - 18:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Rufford Station

Station name Rufford (RUF)
Address Rufford station, Church Road, Rufford, Lancashire, L40 1TB
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Atherton and Rufford

The travel time between Atherton and Rufford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 52 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 11 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Atherton and Rufford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 33 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:08, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:16.

First class tickets on trains between Atherton and Rufford typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Atherton and Rufford can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Atherton & Rufford. owever, there are 33 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Atherton and Rufford.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Atherton and Rufford, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.