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Outbound fromSmithy Bridge to Atherton by train
It takes an average of 50m to travel from Smithy Bridge to Atherton by train, over a distance of around 17 miles (27 km). There are normally 32 trains per day travelling from Smithy Bridge to Atherton and tickets for this journey start from £7.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:32 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:07 | |
| Departure station | Smithy Bridge | |
| Arrival station | Atherton | |
| Journey time | From 45m | |
| Distance | 17 miles (27 km) | |
| Frequency | 32 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £7.20 |
Taking the train from Smithy Bridge to Atherton in 45 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Smithy Bridge to Atherton? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 50 minutes to travel the 17 miles (27 km) from Smithy Bridge to Atherton by train, although you can get there in as little as 45 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 32 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 Smithy Bridge to Atherton in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £7.20. 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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Cheap train tickets from Smithy Bridge to Atherton
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Consider a Season Ticket
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