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Outbound fromAtherton to Manchester Airport by train
It takes an average of 1h 12m to travel from Atherton to Manchester Airport by train, over a distance of around 14 miles (23 km). There are normally 61 trains per day travelling from Atherton to Manchester Airport and tickets for this journey start from £2.30 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:58 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:07 | |
| Departure station | Atherton | |
| Arrival station | Manchester Airport | |
| Journey time | From 53m | |
| Distance | 14 miles (23 km) | |
| Frequency | 61 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £2.30 | |
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Take the train from Atherton to Manchester Airport in 53 minutes
If you want to travel from Atherton to Manchester Airport by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Atherton to Manchester Airport by train to take around 1 hour 12 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 53 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 61 trains per day running on this route, which spans 14 miles (23 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Manchester Airport. You can travel with TransPennine Express trains during your journey, as they are the main operator of services on this route.
Train tickets from Atherton to Manchester Airport start from £2.30 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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Cheap train tickets from Atherton to Manchester Airport
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Atherton to Manchester Airport is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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