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Trains from Shildon (SHD) to Atherton (ATN)

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14

train journeys
per day

83

miles (133 kms)

3hrs 19 mins

fastest journey

07:32 / 22:16

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Shildon (SHD) to Atherton (ATN)

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On a typical weekday there are 14 scheduled rail journeys between Shildon 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 Shildon to Atherton is approximately 83 miles (133 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 44 mins.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Shildon and Atherton.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Shildon to Atherton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 19 mins.

Journeys from Shildon to Atherton Today

  • Mon 20th May
    07:32
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    10:52
    Shildon
    Atherton
    Shildon to Atherton
  • Mon 20th May
    08:32
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    11:52
    Shildon
    Atherton
    Shildon to Atherton
  • Mon 20th May
    09:32
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    12:52
    Shildon
    Atherton
    Shildon to Atherton
  • Mon 20th May
    10:32
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    13:51
    Shildon
    Atherton
    Shildon to Atherton
  • Mon 20th May
    11:32
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    14:52
    Shildon
    Atherton
    Shildon to Atherton
  • Mon 20th May
    12:32
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    15:52
    Shildon
    Atherton
    Shildon to Atherton
  • Mon 20th May
    13:32
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    16:52
    Shildon
    Atherton
    Shildon to Atherton
  • Mon 20th May
    14:32
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    17:52
    Shildon
    Atherton
    Shildon to Atherton
  • Mon 20th May
    15:32
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    18:52
    Shildon
    Atherton
    Shildon to Atherton
  • Mon 20th May
    16:32
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    19:52
    Shildon
    Atherton
    Shildon to Atherton
  • Mon 20th May
    17:32
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    20:52
    Shildon
    Atherton
    Shildon to Atherton
  • Mon 20th May
    18:32
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    21:52
    Shildon
    Atherton
    Shildon to Atherton
  • Mon 20th May
    19:32
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    23:31
    Shildon
    Atherton
    Shildon to Atherton
  • Mon 20th May
    21:32
    8 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    05:58
    Shildon
    Atherton
    Shildon to Atherton

About Shildon Station

Station name Shildon (SHD)
Address Shildon station, Hackworth Road, Shildon, County Durham, DL4 1LX
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
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 Shildon and Atherton

The travel time between Shildon and Atherton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 44 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 19 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Shildon 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 07:32, and the last train of the day leaves at 22:16.

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Amenities on trains between Shildon 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 Shildon & Atherton. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Shildon and Atherton.

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