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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Atherton to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£60
Fastest journey
4 h 29 m
Average duration
4 h 47 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
274 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Atherton to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Atherton to Edinburgh will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.
Of the 4 trains that leave Atherton for Edinburgh every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 274 km distance in an average of 4 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 55 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Atherton to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Atherton to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a flight costs an average of £157.
Distance: 274 km
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£35 Average Price | £205 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 48m Average total duration Fastest 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 30m Average total duration 5h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 22m Average total duration 6h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Atherton to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Atherton to Edinburgh trains for tomorrow, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:51 Atherton | 4h52 | 12:43 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:51 Atherton | 4h55 | 13:46 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:54 Atherton | 4h52 | 13:46 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:51 Atherton | 4h29 | 15:20 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Atherton to Edinburgh
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Atherton to Edinburgh run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 18:52. The fastest train covers the 274 km distance in 3h 39m.
Distance 274 km |
Average train duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 39m |
First train 04:30 |
Last train 18:52 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express from Atherton to Edinburgh trainsTransPennine Express trains will get you between Atherton and Edinburgh from £18. 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 Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Atherton to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Atherton and Edinburgh
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Lost and Found Office
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- 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
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket Office- 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
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LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
- Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.
- Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
- Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
- Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
- Metro: No metro available.
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