The average train between Manchester and Atherstone takes 1h 42m and the fastest train takes 1h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Manchester to Atherstone. 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 Manchester and Atherstone. The earliest departure is at 5:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 10:15 PM which arrives into Atherstone at 6:00 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 24m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Manchester to Atherstone? 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 Manchester to Atherstone. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly station and arriving at Nuneaton station via Nuneaton station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.
Manchester to Atherstone train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Atherstone train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Nuneaton station.
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The distance between Manchester and Atherstone is 110.7 km. The road distance is 148 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nuneaton hourly. Tickets cost £29–50 and the journey takes 1h 6m.