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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston to Atherton
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
1 h 14 m
Average duration
1 h 27 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
31 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to Atherton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Atherton will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Of the 4 trains that leave Preston for Atherton 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 31 km distance in an average of 1 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 35 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 Preston to Atherton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Atherton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 31 km
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to Atherton
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Trains from Preston to Atherton run on average 4 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:07. The fastest train covers the 31 km distance in 48m.
Distance 31 km |
Average train duration 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 48m |
First train 00:06 |
Last train 23:07 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Preston to Atherton trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Preston and Atherton from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Preston to Atherton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston to Atherton 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 Atherton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Preston and Atherton
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24 hours, located adjacent to the station with access from Butler Street.
- Rise
- The Olive Tree Brasserie
- Turtle Bay
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.30
- Holiday Inn Express Preston - South
- Delta Hotels Preston
- Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for long-distance services
- Hall 2: platforms 4-6 for regional and local services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Northern, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express services
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- 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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