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Derby to Atherton trains

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The average train between Derby and Atherton takes 3h 12m and the fastest train takes 2h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Derby 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.

3h 12m
Duration
92 mi
Distance
£44
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Derby to Atherton train times

Trains run hourly between Derby and Atherton. The earliest departure is at 6:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 9:48 PM which arrives into Atherton at 6:03 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 3h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited8h 45m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 39m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 41m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 40m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 37m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 45m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 46m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 46m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited9h 49m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 39m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 41m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 39m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 37m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 39m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 41m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 39m • 2 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 37m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 39m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Derby 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 Derby to Atherton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 92.2 mi
  • Duration: 3h 12m

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

You can take a train from Derby to Hag Fold via Crewe, Wigan North Western, and Wigan Wallgate in around 2h 58m.

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