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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Atherton is to drive which costs £9 - £15 and takes 46 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Atherton is to drive which takes 46 min and costs £9 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Atherton?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Atherton. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at Market Street via St Peter's Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Atherton?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Atherton. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Hag Fold via Wigan Wallgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 19m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Atherton?

The distance between Blackpool and Atherton is 39 miles. The road distance is 40.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Atherton without a car is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs £13 - £29.

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

It takes approximately 1h 19m to get from Blackpool to Atherton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Atherton bus from?

Blackpool to Atherton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from National Express Coach Facility station.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Atherton train from?

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

Train or bus from Blackpool to Atherton?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Atherton is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs £13 - £29. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £25 and takes 2h 22m.

Where does the Blackpool to Atherton bus arrive?

Blackpool to Atherton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Blackpool to Atherton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Blackpool to Atherton?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Atherton is 40 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Blackpool to Atherton.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Wigan North Westerntrain Blackpool North - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Hag Foldtrain Wigan Wallgate - Manchester Victoria / ...
1h 19m
£14–28
Drive 40.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Blackpool to Athertoncar 40.1 mi
46 min
£10–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
2. Take the bus from St Peter's Square to Market Streetbus V2
2h 22m
£12–24
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Blackpool to Athertontaxi 40.1 mi
46 min
£85–110
Train, line 582 bus
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Boltontrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Morley Streetbus 582 / ...
1h 29m
£17–29

Blackpool to Atherton by train

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Distance: 38.5 mi
Duration: 1h 19m

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

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Hag Fold via Wigan North Western and Wigan Wallgate in around 1h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Market Street via Manchester Central Coach Station and St Peter's Square in around 2h 22m.

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