The cheapest and fastest trains from Atherton to Bradford
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 36 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
57 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Atherton to Bradford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Atherton to Bradford will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 11 trains that leave Atherton for Bradford every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 57 km distance in an average of 1 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 37 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
P24138 · G8912212:361h42Atherton station (ATN)14:18Bradford Interchange (BDI)£81One-way1 change
L8926213:071h36Atherton station (ATN)14:43Bradford Interchange (BDI)£91One-way0 changes
L8925912:071h36Atherton station (ATN)13:43Bradford Interchange (BDI)£91One-way0 changes
P24145 · G8912714:361h41Atherton station (ATN)16:17Bradford Interchange (BDI)£101One-way1 change
P24143 · G8912413:361h42Atherton station (ATN)15:18Bradford Interchange (BDI)£101One-way1 change
L8926915:071h35Atherton station (ATN)16:42Bradford Interchange (BDI)£141One-way0 changes
L8926213:071h36Atherton station (ATN)14:43Bradford Interchange (BDI)£91One-way0 changes
L8925912:071h36Atherton station (ATN)13:43Bradford Interchange (BDI)£91One-way0 changes
L8927617:071h36Atherton station (ATN)18:43Bradford Interchange (BDI)£171One-way0 changes
L8927216:071h37Atherton station (ATN)17:44Bradford Interchange (BDI)£171One-way0 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Atherton to Bradford
Take a train from Atherton to Bradford and enjoy the approximately 57 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:41, the last at 22:33.
Distance 57 km |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Trains per day 4 |
First train 5:41 |
Last train 22:33 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail from Atherton to Bradford trainsNorthern Rail trains will get you between Atherton and Bradford. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Atherton to Bradford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Atherton to Bradford by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bradford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Atherton and Bradford
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:10 - 23:20 Sunday 09:20 - 18:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Lift access to platforms available from the first to the last train
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside station booking office entrance.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 12:55 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Services towards Manchester: Up a ramp (11 paces, 1:10 slope) then up a further ramp (79 paces, average 1:20 slope) onto the platform. Services towards Wigan :Through a 3ft gate, up a ramp (104 paces, average 1:20 slope) onto the platform
- Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: On Spa Road for buses to Bolton or Atherton. Busline 0870 608 2608
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops under railway bridge. (Station side for Wigan, opposite side for Manchester)
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 608 2608
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 20:15 Sunday 08:00 - 20:15
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - There is level access to all the platforms and a wheelchair is available if pre-booked via 0800 138 5560, or by asking for help at the Station Supervisors office next to platform 1. There are also escalators and lifts available from the bus station below up to the rail station. Please note that escalators and lifts are not operated by Northern or Network Rail
- Accessible public telephones: in the interchange
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets and accessible toilets are available at the bus and coach Interchange next to the rail station
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at parcels bay adjacent to Platform 1, through the red gate.
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Saturday 06:10 - 19:00 Friday 06:10 - 20:00 Sunday 08:45 - 18:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Scooter Friendly Station - There is level access to all the platforms and ramps are available. Lift available 06:00 - 19:00 Monday to Saturday, 09:00 - 18:00 Sunday, however there is an alternative accessible route without having to use lift
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at station front on St Blaise Way adjacent to service bus stop (25702).
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