The average train between Atherton and Walsall takes 2h 15m and the fastest train takes 2h 5m. 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 every 2 hours between Atherton and Walsall. The earliest departure is at 6:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Atherton is at 8:56 PM which arrives into Walsall at 11:01 PM. All services require a transfer at Wigan Wallgate and take an average of 2h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 9m • 2 changesWant 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 Wolverhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.
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 Wolverhampton 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 138 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Wigan North Western to Wolverhampton hourly. Tickets cost £25–40 and the journey takes 1h 10m.