The average train between Northwich and Atherton takes 2h 19m and the fastest train takes 1h 42m. There is a train service every few hours from Northwich 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 Northwich and Atherton. The earliest departure is at 6:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Northwich is at 11:20 PM which arrives into Atherton at 5:57 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 2h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Northwich 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 Northwich to Atherton. However, there are services departing from Northwich station and arriving at Atherton station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.
Northwich to Atherton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Greenbank station.
Northwich to Atherton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Atherton station.
Book your Northwich to Atherton train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Northwich and Atherton is 29.5 km. The road distance is 65 km.
You can take a train from Greenbank to Atherton via Manchester Piccadilly and Salford Crescent in around 2h 10m.