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The average train between Manchester and Atherstone takes 2h and the fastest train takes 1h 37m. There is a train service every few hours from Manchester to Atherstone. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h
Duration
85 mi
Distance
£39
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Manchester to Atherstone train times

Trains run hourly between Manchester and Atherstone. The earliest departure is at 5:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 10:04 PM which arrives into Atherstone at 6:04 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains1h 38m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains1h 38m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains8h 1m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains1h 38m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains1h 39m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains1h 38m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains1h 38m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains1h 38m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains1h 39m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains1h 38m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains1h 38m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 24, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains1h 52m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains1h 38m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains1h 38m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 25, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains2h 23m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains1h 37m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains1h 39m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains1h 38m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 26, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains1h 38m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains1h 39m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains1h 38m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains1h 38m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 27, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains1h 38m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains1h 39m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains1h 38m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains1h 38m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Manchester to Atherstone? 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.

Map of how to get from Manchester to Atherstone.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 84.6 mi
  • Duration: 2h

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Atherstone, England?

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Atherstone via Stafford in around 2h 7m.

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