The average train between Atherton and Runcorn takes 1h 59m and the fastest train takes 1h 21m. There is a train service every few hours from Atherton to Runcorn. 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 Atherton and Runcorn. The earliest departure is at 12:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Atherton is at 11:48 PM which arrives into Runcorn at 10:06 AM. All services require a transfer at Wigan Wallgate and take an average of 1h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Atherton to Runcorn? 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 Atherton to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Atherton station and arriving at Runcorn station via Liverpool Lime Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.
Atherton to Runcorn train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Wigan North Western station.
Atherton to Runcorn train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Runcorn station.
Book your Atherton to Runcorn train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Atherton and Runcorn is 25.6 km. The road distance is 62 km.
You can take a train from Hag Fold to Runcorn via Wigan Wallgate, Wigan North Western, and Liverpool Lime Street in around 1h 44m.