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The average train between Atherton and Horwich takes 59 min and the fastest train takes 53 min. There is a train service every few hours from Atherton to Horwich. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

59 min
Duration
25 mi
Distance
£10
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Atherton to Salford Crescenttrain train Wigan Wallgate - Todmorden / ...
  2. Take the train from Salford Crescent to Blackrodtrain train Manchester Oxford Road - Blackpool North / ...
1h 11m
£8–16

Atherton to Horwich train times

Trains run hourly between Atherton and Horwich. The earliest departure is at 6:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Atherton is at 11:07 PM which arrives into Horwich at 12:01 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 59 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited56 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited56 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited56 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited57 min • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 1m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited56 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited59 min • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited56 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited56 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited56 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited55 min • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited56 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited56 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited56 min • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Atherton to Horwich.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 24.5 mi
  • Duration: 59 min

What companies run services between Atherton, England and Horwich, England?

You can take a train from Atherton to Blackrod via Salford Crescent in around 1h 11m.

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