Burnley Manchester Road to Atherton by train
| First train | 06:37 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:39 | |
| Departure station | Burnley Manchester Road | |
| Arrival station | Atherton | |
| Journey time | From 1h 12m | |
| Distance | 20 miles (32 km) | |
| Frequency | 15 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available |
Taking the train from Burnley Manchester Road to Atherton in 1 hour 12 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Burnley Manchester Road to Atherton? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 1 hour 18 minutes to travel the 20 miles (32 km) from Burnley Manchester Road to Atherton by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 12 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 15 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available.
Book train tickets from Burnley Manchester Road to Atherton in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Atherton by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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