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Atherton to Walkden train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:30
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 06:50 Atherton | 0h05 | 06:55 Walkden | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Atherton to Walkden
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Atherton to Walkden run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 6 km |
Average train duration 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 5m |
First train 05:52 |
Last train 23:01 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Atherton to Walkden trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Atherton and Walkden from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5m
Cheapest Price
£4
Northern Rail (3) frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Atherton to Walkden train
FAQs: Travel by train from Atherton to Walkden easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Atherton to Walkden.
Booking trains from Atherton to Walkden in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Atherton to Walkden is 6 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Atherton to Walkden can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £4, while the average price tends to be around £4.
The cheapest way to get from Atherton to Walkden is by train, costing approximately £4.
The train journey from Atherton to Walkden covers a distance of 6 km and takes approximately 5m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train station in Atherton that goes to Walkden is Atherton station (ATN), and it arrives at Walkden station (WKD).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Atherton to Walkden.
Yes, there is a direct train between Atherton and Walkden. The service operates 5 times per day, provided by Northern Rail (3).
Yes, you can take the train from Atherton to Walkden.
The first train from Atherton to Walkden leaves at 5:52.
To travel from Atherton to Walkden, you can take a train.
The last train from Atherton to Walkden departs at 23:01.
Trains from Atherton to Walkden run approximately 5 times per day.
There is no night train service from Atherton to Walkden.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Atherton and Walkden
Atherton
Walkden
The major train station for departures in Atherton is Atherton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Atherton for your trip from Atherton to Walkden.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:10 - 23:20 Sunday 09:20 - 18:30
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Atherton
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside station booking office entrance.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 12:55 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Public transport options for Hag Fold
- 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
The major train station for arrivals in Walkden is Walkden. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Walkden for your journey to Walkden from Atherton.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 12:40 Saturday 07:10 - 13:40 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C Station, Services towards Manchester: From Walkden Road, up 14 steps into the ticket office and then up 28 steps onto the platform. Trains to Manchester leave on the left. Services Towards Wigan leave on the right.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Walkden
- Onward travel information: Located on Walkden Road and Memorial Road for buses to Bolton, Manchester, Eccles and Trafford Park. Adjacent to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stop outside the station on Walkden Rd under the bridge. (Both Directions)
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
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