The average train between Atherton and Windermere takes 2h 26m and the fastest train takes 1h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Atherton to Windermere. 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 Windermere. The earliest departure is at 12:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Atherton is at 8:56 PM which arrives into Windermere at 10:41 PM. All services require a transfer at Wigan Wallgate and take an average of 2h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Atherton to Windermere? 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 Windermere. However, there are services departing from Atherton station and arriving at Windermere station via Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.
Atherton to Windermere train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Wigan North Western station.
Atherton to Windermere train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Windermere station.
Book your Atherton to Windermere train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Atherton and Windermere is 98.9 km. The road distance is 114 km.
You can take a train from Hag Fold to Windermere via Wigan Wallgate, Wigan North Western, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 2h 31m.