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

The cheapest way to get from Salford to Atherton is to bus which costs £2 and takes 32 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Salford to Atherton is to train which takes 18 min and costs £3 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Salford and Atherton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pendleton Church and arriving at Hamilton Street. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

Is there a direct train between Salford and Atherton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Salford Crescent and arriving at Atherton. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18 min.

How far is it from Salford to Atherton?

The distance between Salford and Atherton is 9 miles. The road distance is 10.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salford to Atherton without a car is to train which takes 18 min and costs £3 - £7.

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

The train from Salford Crescent to Atherton takes 18 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Salford to Atherton bus from?

Salford to Atherton bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Pendleton Church station.

Where do I catch the Salford to Atherton train from?

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

Train or bus from Salford to Atherton?

The best way to get from Salford to Atherton is to train which takes 18 min and costs £3 - £7. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 and takes 32 min.

Where does the Salford to Atherton bus arrive?

Salford to Atherton bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Hamilton Street station.

Where does the Salford to Atherton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Salford to Atherton?

Yes, the driving distance between Salford to Atherton is 10 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Salford to Atherton.

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

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Where can I stay near Atherton?

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Salford to Atherton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Salford to Atherton by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Salford Crescent to Athertontrain Todmorden - Wigan Wallgate / ...
18 min
£3–7
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pendleton Church to Hamilton Streetbus V2
32 min
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Salford to Athertontaxi 10.1 mi
19 min
£24–29
Drive 10.1 mi
1. Drive from Salford to Athertoncar 10.1 mi
19 min
£3–4

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Distance: 9.3 mi
Duration: 18 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Salford Crescent to Atherton hourly. Tickets cost £3–7 and the journey takes 18 min. Alternatively, Bee Network operates a bus from Pendleton Church to Hamilton Street every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 32 min.

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