What is the cheapest way to get from Accrington to Atherton?

The cheapest way to get from Accrington to Atherton is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 42 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Accrington to Atherton?

The fastest way to get from Accrington to Atherton is to drive which takes 42 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Accrington and Atherton?

No, there is no direct bus from Accrington station to Atherton. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Morley Street via Bus Station and Bolton Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Accrington and Atherton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Accrington and arriving at Atherton. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Accrington to Atherton?

The distance between Accrington and Atherton is 45 miles. The road distance is 21.4 miles.

How do I travel from Accrington to Atherton without a car?

The best way to get from Accrington to Atherton without a car is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs £17 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Accrington to Atherton?

The train from Accrington to Atherton takes 1h 30m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Accrington to Atherton bus from?

Accrington to Atherton bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Accrington to Atherton train from?

Accrington to Atherton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Accrington station.

Train or bus from Accrington to Atherton?

The best way to get from Accrington to Atherton is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs £17 - £35. Alternatively, you can line 6 bus and line 1 bus and line 582 bus, which costs and takes 2h 4m.

Where does the Accrington to Atherton bus arrive?

Accrington to Atherton bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, arrive at Arrival Stand station.

Where does the Accrington to Atherton train arrive?

Accrington to Atherton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Atherton station.

Can I drive from Accrington to Atherton?

Yes, the driving distance between Accrington to Atherton is 21 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Accrington to Atherton.

How do I get a train ticket from Accrington to Atherton?

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Accrington to Atherton - 5 ways to travel via train, line 6 bus, and line 1 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Accrington to Atherton by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Accrington to Athertontrain Blackburn - Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane / ...
1h 30m
£17–35
Drive 21.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Accrington to Athertoncar 21.3 mi
42 min
£6–8
Line 6 bus, line 1 bus, line 582 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Arrival Standbus 6 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bolton Interchangebus 1
3. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Morley Streetbus 582 / ...
2h 4m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Accrington to Athertontaxi 21.3 mi
42 min
£45–55
Train, line 582 bus
1. Take the train from Blackburn to Boltontrain Clitheroe - Rochdale / ...
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Morley Streetbus 582 / ...
1h 36m
£9–16

Accrington to Atherton by train

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Distance: 44.4 mi
Duration: 1h 30m

What companies run services between Accrington, England and Atherton, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Accrington to Atherton hourly. Tickets cost £17–35 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Morley Street via Arrival Stand, Bus Station, and Bolton Interchange in around 2h 4m.

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