The cheapest and fastest trains from Atherton to Huyton
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
2 h 1 m
Average duration
2 h 1 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
26 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Atherton to Huyton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Atherton to Huyton will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
Of the 1 trains that leave Atherton for Huyton every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 26 km distance in an average of 2 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 1 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 train and coach for Atherton to Huyton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Atherton to Huyton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, and a coach costs an average of £13.
Distance: 26 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£13 Average Price Cheapest | £13 Average Price |
1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 16m Average total duration 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Atherton to Huyton train times
The table below shows live departures for Atherton to Huyton 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 |
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![]() | 08:51 Atherton | 2h01 | 10:52 Huyton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Atherton to Huyton
Trains from Atherton to Huyton run on average 2 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:52, the last at 22:29. The fastest train covers the 26 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 26 km |
Average train duration 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 1h 10m |
First train 05:52 |
Last train 22:29 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Atherton to Huyton trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Atherton and Huyton from £12. 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 Huyton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Atherton to Huyton 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 Huyton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Atherton and Huyton
- 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 05:40 - 00:10 Sunday 08:10 - 23:35
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Lifts available Monday to Saturday 0525 -0010 and Sunday 0755 - 2355. Level access onto the Liverpool - bound platform. Level access onto Manchester/Wigan bound platform from separate footpath from town centre or, via subway with 59 steps and intermediate rest platforms
- 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 toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: Main bus station 250 yards from rail station.Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Poplar Bank. (Rear of station).
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