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Trains from Folkestone Stations to Atherton (ATN)

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15

train journeys
per day

228

miles (368 kms)

5hrs

fastest journey

07:01 / 23:54

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Folkestone Stations to Atherton (ATN)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone Stations and Atherton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Folkestone Stations to Atherton is approximately 228 miles (368 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 10 mins.

Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Stations and Atherton.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone West to Atherton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs.

Journeys from Folkestone Stations to Atherton Today

  • Mon 27th May
    07:01
    5 hrs 5 mins 4 changes
    12:06
    Folkestone West
    Atherton
    Folkestone West to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    08:01
    5 hrs 5 mins 4 changes
    13:06
    Folkestone West
    Atherton
    Folkestone West to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    08:58
    5 hrs 8 mins 4 changes
    14:06
    Folkestone West
    Atherton
    Folkestone West to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    09:55
    5 hrs 11 mins 4 changes
    15:06
    Folkestone West
    Atherton
    Folkestone West to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    10:58
    5 hrs 8 mins 4 changes
    16:06
    Folkestone West
    Atherton
    Folkestone West to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    12:01
    5 hrs 5 mins 4 changes
    17:06
    Folkestone West
    Atherton
    Folkestone West to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    13:01
    5 hrs 5 mins 4 changes
    18:06
    Folkestone West
    Atherton
    Folkestone West to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    14:01
    5 hrs 5 mins 4 changes
    19:06
    Folkestone West
    Atherton
    Folkestone West to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    15:01
    5 hrs 5 mins 4 changes
    20:06
    Folkestone West
    Atherton
    Folkestone West to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    16:01
    5 hrs 5 mins 4 changes
    21:06
    Folkestone West
    Atherton
    Folkestone West to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    17:01
    5 hrs 4 changes
    22:01
    Folkestone West
    Atherton
    Folkestone West to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    18:01
    5 hrs 36 mins 4 changes
    23:37
    Folkestone West
    Atherton
    Folkestone West to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    19:01
    11 hrs 5 mins 4 changes
    06:06
    Folkestone West
    Atherton
    Folkestone West to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    21:01
    10 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    07:21
    Folkestone West
    Atherton
    Folkestone West to Atherton
  • Mon 27th May
    23:01
    9 hrs 34 mins 4 changes
    08:35
    Folkestone West
    Atherton
    Folkestone West to Atherton

About Folkestone Stations Station

Station name Folkestone Stations (78)
Address Wigan Wallgate station, Wallgate, Wigan, Lancashire, WN1 1BB
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 06:00 - 21:00
Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
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 Folkestone Stations and Atherton

The travel time between Folkestone Stations and Atherton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 10 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone Stations and Atherton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:01, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:54.

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

Amenities on trains between Folkestone Stations 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 Folkestone Stations & Atherton. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Stations and Atherton.

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