The average train between Leeds and Atherton takes 1h 35m and the fastest train takes 1h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Leeds 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 Leeds and Atherton. The earliest departure is at 3:18 AM at night, and the last departure from Leeds is at 10:12 PM which arrives into Atherton at 12:05 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Leeds to Atherton. However, there are services departing from Leeds station and arriving at Atherton station via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.
Leeds to Atherton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Leeds station.
Leeds to Atherton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Atherton station.
Book your Leeds to Atherton train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Leeds and Atherton is 69.3 km. The road distance is 85 km.
You can take a train from Leeds to Atherton via Manchester Victoria in around 1h 37m.