What is the cheapest way to get from Ashton in Makerfield to Atherton?

The cheapest way to get from Ashton in Makerfield to Atherton is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 23 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ashton in Makerfield to Atherton?

The fastest way to get from Ashton in Makerfield to Atherton is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs £26 - £31.

Is there a direct bus between Ashton in Makerfield and Atherton?

No, there is no direct bus from Ashton in Makerfield to Atherton. However, there are services departing from The Gerard Centre and arriving at Bag Lane via First Avenue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 44 min.

Is there a direct train between Ashton in Makerfield and Atherton?

No, there is no direct train from Ashton in Makerfield to Atherton. However, there are services departing from Garswood and arriving at Hag Fold via Wigan Wallgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 48 min.

How far is it from Ashton in Makerfield to Atherton?

The distance between Ashton in Makerfield and Atherton is 8 miles. The road distance is 11.2 miles.

How do I travel from Ashton in Makerfield to Atherton without a car?

The best way to get from Ashton in Makerfield to Atherton without a car is to line 559 bus and line 132 bus which takes 44 min and costs £4.

How long does it take to get from Ashton in Makerfield to Atherton?

It takes approximately 44 min to get from Ashton in Makerfield to Atherton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ashton in Makerfield to Atherton bus from?

Ashton in Makerfield to Atherton bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from The Gerard Centre station.

Where do I catch the Ashton in Makerfield to Atherton train from?

Ashton in Makerfield to Atherton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Garswood station.

Train or bus from Ashton in Makerfield to Atherton?

The best way to get from Ashton in Makerfield to Atherton is to line 559 bus and line 132 bus which takes 44 min and costs £4. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £4 - £9 and takes 48 min.

Where does the Ashton in Makerfield to Atherton bus arrive?

Ashton in Makerfield to Atherton bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Albert Street station.

Where does the Ashton in Makerfield to Atherton train arrive?

Ashton in Makerfield to Atherton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Wigan North Western station.

Can I drive from Ashton in Makerfield to Atherton?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashton in Makerfield to Atherton is 11 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Ashton in Makerfield to Atherton.

How do I get a train ticket from Ashton in Makerfield to Atherton?

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Ashton in Makerfield to Atherton - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 559 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Ashton in Makerfield to Atherton by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 559 bus, line 132 bus
best
1. Take the bus from The Gerard Centre to Albert Streetbus 559 / ...
2. Take the bus from First Avenue to Bag Lanebus 132 / ...
44 min
£4
Drive 11.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ashton in Makerfield to Athertoncar 11.1 mi
23 min
£3–4
Train
1. Take the train from Garswood to Wigan North Westerntrain Liverpool Lime Street - Wigan North Western / ...
2. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Hag Foldtrain Wigan Wallgate - Manchester Victoria / ...
48 min
£4–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ashton in Makerfield to Athertontaxi 11.1 mi
23 min
£26–31
Line 610 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Osborne Road to Leigh Bus Stationbus 610
2. Take the bus from Leigh Bus Station to Bag Lanebus 582 / ...
52 min
£4

Ashton in Makerfield to Atherton by bus

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Distance: 8.3 mi
Duration: 44 min

What companies run services between Ashton in Makerfield, England and Atherton, England?

You can take a bus from The Gerard Centre to Bag Lane via Albert Street and First Avenue in around 44 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Garswood to Hag Fold via Wigan North Western and Wigan Wallgate in around 48 min.

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