The average train between Atherton and Walsall takes 2h 49m and the fastest train takes 2h 39m. There is a train service every few hours from Atherton to Walsall. 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 Walsall. The earliest departure is at 12:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Atherton is at 8:56 PM which arrives into Walsall at 11:48 PM. All services require a transfer at Wigan Wallgate and take an average of 2h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Atherton to Walsall? 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 Walsall. However, there are services departing from Atherton station and arriving at Walsall station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.
Atherton to Walsall train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Wigan North Western station.
Atherton to Walsall train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.
Book your Atherton to Walsall train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Atherton and Walsall is 109.8 km. The road distance is 168 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Wigan North Western to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 1h 37m.