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Trains from Bournemouth (BMH) to Atherton (ATN)

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14

train journeys
per day

195

miles (314 kms)

5hrs 21 mins

fastest journey

06:30 / 22:49

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Bournemouth (BMH) to Atherton (ATN)

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On a typical weekday there are 14 scheduled rail journeys between Bournemouth and Atherton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bournemouth to Atherton is approximately 195 miles (314 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 26 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bournemouth to Atherton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 21 mins.

Journeys from Bournemouth to Atherton Today

  • Mon 20th May
    06:30
    5 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    12:06
    Bournemouth
    Atherton
    Bournemouth to Atherton
  • Mon 20th May
    07:31
    5 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    13:06
    Bournemouth
    Atherton
    Bournemouth to Atherton
  • Mon 20th May
    08:40
    5 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    14:06
    Bournemouth
    Atherton
    Bournemouth to Atherton
  • Mon 20th May
    09:45
    5 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    15:06
    Bournemouth
    Atherton
    Bournemouth to Atherton
  • Mon 20th May
    10:45
    5 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    16:06
    Bournemouth
    Atherton
    Bournemouth to Atherton
  • Mon 20th May
    11:45
    5 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    17:06
    Bournemouth
    Atherton
    Bournemouth to Atherton
  • Mon 20th May
    12:45
    5 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    18:06
    Bournemouth
    Atherton
    Bournemouth to Atherton
  • Mon 20th May
    13:45
    5 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    19:06
    Bournemouth
    Atherton
    Bournemouth to Atherton
  • Mon 20th May
    14:45
    5 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    20:06
    Bournemouth
    Atherton
    Bournemouth to Atherton
  • Mon 20th May
    15:45
    5 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    21:06
    Bournemouth
    Atherton
    Bournemouth to Atherton
  • Mon 20th May
    16:45
    6 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    23:31
    Bournemouth
    Atherton
    Bournemouth to Atherton
  • Mon 20th May
    17:45
    5 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    23:37
    Bournemouth
    Atherton
    Bournemouth to Atherton
  • Mon 20th May
    18:45
    11 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    05:58
    Bournemouth
    Atherton
    Bournemouth to Atherton
  • Mon 20th May
    19:45
    12 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    08:06
    Bournemouth
    Atherton
    Bournemouth to Atherton

About Bournemouth Station

Station name Bournemouth (BMH)
Address Bournemouth station, Holdenhurst Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 8HX
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 19:15
Saturday 06:15 - 18:00
Sunday 07:45 - 18:30
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 Available
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 Bournemouth and Atherton

The travel time between Bournemouth and Atherton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 26 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 21 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bournemouth and Atherton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 14 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:30, and the last train of the day leaves at 22:49.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Bournemouth & Atherton. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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