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Trains from Accrington (ACR) to Atherton (ATN)

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20

train journeys
per day

16

miles (25 kms)

1hrs 24 mins

fastest journey

06:26 / 00:10

first / last train

15

direct trains

1

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Accrington (ACR) to Atherton (ATN)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Accrington and Atherton , with 15 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 5 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Accrington to Atherton is approximately 16 miles (25 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 4 mins.

Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Accrington and Atherton.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Accrington to Atherton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 24 mins.

Journeys from Accrington to Atherton Today

  • Mon 27th May
    06:26
    1 hrs 26 mins Direct
    07:52
    Accrington
    Atherton
    Accrington to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    07:26
    1 hrs 26 mins Direct
    08:52
    Accrington
    Atherton
    Accrington to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    08:28
    1 hrs 24 mins Direct
    09:52
    Accrington
    Atherton
    Accrington to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    09:28
    1 hrs 24 mins Direct
    10:52
    Accrington
    Atherton
    Accrington to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    10:28
    1 hrs 24 mins Direct
    11:52
    Accrington
    Atherton
    Accrington to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    11:27
    1 hrs 25 mins Direct
    12:52
    Accrington
    Atherton
    Accrington to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    12:27
    1 hrs 24 mins Direct
    13:51
    Accrington
    Atherton
    Accrington to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    13:28
    1 hrs 24 mins Direct
    14:52
    Accrington
    Atherton
    Accrington to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    14:28
    1 hrs 24 mins Direct
    15:52
    Accrington
    Atherton
    Accrington to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    15:28
    1 hrs 24 mins Direct
    16:52
    Accrington
    Atherton
    Accrington to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    15:59
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    17:45
    Accrington
    Atherton
    Accrington to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    16:28
    1 hrs 24 mins Direct
    17:52
    Accrington
    Atherton
    Accrington to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    17:28
    1 hrs 24 mins Direct
    18:52
    Accrington
    Atherton
    Accrington to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    18:28
    1 hrs 24 mins Direct
    19:52
    Accrington
    Atherton
    Accrington to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    19:28
    1 hrs 24 mins Direct
    20:52
    Accrington
    Atherton
    Accrington to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    20:28
    1 hrs 24 mins Direct
    21:52
    Accrington
    Atherton
    Accrington to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    21:28
    2 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    23:31
    Accrington
    Atherton
    Accrington to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    22:28
    2 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    00:31
    Accrington
    Atherton
    Accrington to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    23:28
    6 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    05:58
    Accrington
    Atherton
    Accrington to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    23:59
    7 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    07:52
    Accrington
    Atherton
    Accrington to Atherton

About Accrington Station

Station name Accrington (ACR)
Address Accrington station, Eagle Street, Accrington, Lancashire, BB5 1LJ
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:40 - 15:00
Tuesday 06:40 - 15:00
Wednesday 06:40 - 15:00
Thursday 06:40 - 15:00
Friday 06:40 - 15:00
Saturday 06:40 - 15:00
Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Accrington and Atherton

The travel time between Accrington and Atherton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 4 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 24 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Accrington and Atherton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:26, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:10.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 15 direct services per day from Accrington to Atherton

Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Accrington and Atherton.

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