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Trip Overview

The average train between Eccles and Atherton takes 1h 24m and the fastest train takes 54 min. There is a train service every few hours from Eccles 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.

1h 24m
Duration
14 mi
Distance
£6
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Eccles (Manchester) to Deansgatetrain train Liverpool Lime Street - Manchester Airport / ...
  2. Take the train from Salford Crescent to Athertontrain train Todmorden - Wigan Wallgate / ...
1h 4m
£5–9

Eccles to Atherton train times

Trains run hourly between Eccles and Atherton. The earliest departure is at 6:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Eccles is at 11:17 PM which arrives into Atherton at 7:21 AM. All services require a transfer at Deansgate and take an average of 1h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 4m • 2 changes

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Eccles 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 Eccles to Atherton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 14 mi
  • Duration: 1h 24m

What companies run services between Eccles, Salford, England and Atherton, England?

You can take a train from Eccles (Manchester) to Atherton via Deansgate and Salford Crescent in around 1h 4m.

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