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The average train between Bristol and Atherton takes 4h 14m and the fastest train takes 3h 30m. The train service runs several times per day from Bristol to Atherton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 14m
Duration
183 mi
Distance
£83
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Bristol to Atherton train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Bristol and Atherton. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 10:18 PM which arrives into Atherton at 8:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 4h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 30m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited10h 14m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 48m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 30m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 30m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 57m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 57m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 57m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 58m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 30m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 30m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 30m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 30m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 30m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 30m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 30m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 30m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 30m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 30m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bristol to Atherton? 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.

Map of how to get from Bristol to Atherton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 183.2 mi
  • Duration: 4h 14m

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

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Hag Fold via Birmingham New Street, Wigan North Western, and Wigan Wallgate in around 4h 18m.

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