The average train between Irlam and Atherton takes 1h 20m and the fastest train takes 1h 1m. There is a train service every few hours from Irlam 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.
Trains run hourly between Irlam and Atherton. The earliest departure is at 6:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Irlam is at 11:03 PM which arrives into Atherton at 12:05 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Oxford Road and take an average of 1h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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1h 10m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Irlam 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.
No, there is no direct train from Irlam to Atherton. However, there are services departing from Irlam station and arriving at Atherton station via Manchester Oxford Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.
Irlam to Atherton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Irlam station.
Irlam to Atherton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Atherton station.
Book your Irlam to Atherton train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Irlam and Atherton is 10.2 km. The road distance is 31 km.
You can take a train from Irlam to Atherton via Manchester Oxford Road and Salford Crescent in around 1h 17m.