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Trains from Chester (CTR) to Atherton (ATN)

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31

train journeys
per day

28

miles (45 kms)

1hrs 23 mins

fastest journey

05:02 / 01:45

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Chester (CTR) to Atherton (ATN)

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On a typical weekday there are 31 scheduled rail journeys between Chester and Atherton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 31 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chester to Atherton is approximately 28 miles (45 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 54 mins.

Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, First TransPennine Express, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Atherton.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chester to Atherton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 23 mins.

Journeys from Chester to Atherton Today

  • Mon 27th May
    05:02
    1 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    06:54
    Chester
    Atherton
    Chester to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    06:22
    1 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    07:52
    Chester
    Atherton
    Chester to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    06:30
    2 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    08:35
    Chester
    Atherton
    Chester to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    07:23
    1 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    08:52
    Chester
    Atherton
    Chester to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    08:21
    1 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    09:52
    Chester
    Atherton
    Chester to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    08:31
    2 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    10:35
    Chester
    Atherton
    Chester to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    09:29
    1 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    10:52
    Chester
    Atherton
    Chester to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    09:31
    2 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    11:35
    Chester
    Atherton
    Chester to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    10:28
    1 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    11:52
    Chester
    Atherton
    Chester to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    10:31
    2 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    12:35
    Chester
    Atherton
    Chester to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    11:28
    1 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    12:52
    Chester
    Atherton
    Chester to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    11:31
    2 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    13:35
    Chester
    Atherton
    Chester to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    12:28
    1 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    13:51
    Chester
    Atherton
    Chester to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    12:31
    2 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    14:35
    Chester
    Atherton
    Chester to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    13:28
    1 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    14:52
    Chester
    Atherton
    Chester to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    14:28
    1 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    15:52
    Chester
    Atherton
    Chester to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    14:31
    2 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    16:35
    Chester
    Atherton
    Chester to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    15:28
    1 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    16:52
    Chester
    Atherton
    Chester to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    15:31
    2 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    17:32
    Chester
    Atherton
    Chester to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    15:52
    1 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    17:45
    Chester
    Atherton
    Chester to Atherton

About Chester Station

Station name Chester (CTR)
Address Chester Station, City Road, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 3NS
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 22:30
Saturday 07:00 - 22:30
Sunday 08:00 - 22:30
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 Unavailable
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 Chester and Atherton

The travel time between Chester and Atherton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 54 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 23 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chester and Atherton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 31 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:02, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:45.

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Amenities on trains between Chester 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 Chester & Atherton. owever, there are 31 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, First TransPennine Express, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Atherton.

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