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Trains from Cambridge (CBG) to Atherton (ATN)

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21

train journeys
per day

142

miles (230 kms)

4hrs 51 mins

fastest journey

05:26 / 00:30

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

10

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Cambridge (CBG) to Atherton (ATN)

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Cambridge and Atherton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 21 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cambridge to Atherton is approximately 142 miles (230 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 36 mins.

First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, Great Northern, Grand Central, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Cambridge and Atherton.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cambridge to Atherton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 51 mins.

Journeys from Cambridge to Atherton Today

  • Mon 27th May
    05:26
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    10:21
    Cambridge
    Atherton
    Cambridge to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    05:57
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    10:52
    Cambridge
    Atherton
    Cambridge to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    06:57
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    11:52
    Cambridge
    Atherton
    Cambridge to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    08:00
    4 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    12:52
    Cambridge
    Atherton
    Cambridge to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    09:00
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    13:51
    Cambridge
    Atherton
    Cambridge to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    10:00
    4 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    14:52
    Cambridge
    Atherton
    Cambridge to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    10:14
    5 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    15:21
    Cambridge
    Atherton
    Cambridge to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    11:00
    4 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    15:52
    Cambridge
    Atherton
    Cambridge to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    12:00
    4 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    16:52
    Cambridge
    Atherton
    Cambridge to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    12:53
    4 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    17:21
    Cambridge
    Atherton
    Cambridge to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    13:00
    4 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    17:52
    Cambridge
    Atherton
    Cambridge to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    13:53
    4 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    18:52
    Cambridge
    Atherton
    Cambridge to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    14:53
    4 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    19:22
    Cambridge
    Atherton
    Cambridge to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    15:00
    4 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    19:52
    Cambridge
    Atherton
    Cambridge to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    16:00
    4 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    20:52
    Cambridge
    Atherton
    Cambridge to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    17:00
    4 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    21:52
    Cambridge
    Atherton
    Cambridge to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    18:00
    5 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    23:31
    Cambridge
    Atherton
    Cambridge to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    18:52
    5 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    00:31
    Cambridge
    Atherton
    Cambridge to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    21:00
    8 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    05:58
    Cambridge
    Atherton
    Cambridge to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    21:44
    9 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    07:21
    Cambridge
    Atherton
    Cambridge to Atherton

About Cambridge Station

Station name Cambridge (CBG)
Address Cambridge station, Station Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 2JW
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:10 - 23:00
Saturday 05:10 - 23:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Cambridge and Atherton

The travel time between Cambridge and Atherton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 36 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 51 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cambridge and Atherton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 21 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:26, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:30.

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Amenities on trains between Cambridge 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 Cambridge & Atherton. owever, there are 21 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, Great Northern, Grand Central, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Cambridge and Atherton.

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