The average train between Atherton and London takes 3h 17m and the fastest train takes 2h 23m. There is a train service every few hours from Atherton to London. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Atherton and London. The earliest departure is at 12:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Atherton is at 8:56 PM which arrives into London at 1:18 AM. All services require a transfer at Wigan Wallgate and take an average of 3h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Atherton to London? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Atherton to London. However, there are services departing from Atherton station and arriving at London station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.
Atherton to London train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Wigan North Western station.
Atherton to London train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at London Euston station.
Book your Atherton to London train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Atherton and London is 275.5 km. The road distance is 320 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Wigan North Western to London Euston hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 1h 59m.