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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Salford to Atherton
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
24 m
Average duration
24 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
14 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salford to Atherton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salford to Atherton will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Of the 1 trains that leave Salford for Atherton 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 14 km distance in an average of 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 24 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.
14:580h24Salford15:22Atherton£51One-way0 changes
- 14:580h24Salford15:22Atherton£51One-way0 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salford to Atherton
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Trains from Salford to Atherton run on average 3 times per day, taking around 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:37, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 14 km distance in 24m.
Distance 14 km |
Average train duration 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 24m |
First train 5:37 |
Last train 23:47 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail from Salford to Atherton trainsNorthern Rail trains will get you between Salford and Atherton from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Salford to Atherton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salford 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 Salford and Atherton
Most Salford to Atherton trains use the Salford Central to Atherton station pair, with some services arriving at Hag Fold. Use this guide to compare Salford and Atherton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Salford station do trains to Atherton leave from?
Getting to Salford Central from Salford city centre
Salford Central is 2 km from Salford city centre. Public transport options include:
Salford Central train station facilities and services
Salford Central has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Salford Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Salford Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salford Central: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Salford Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salford Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Ramped access to platforms and ticket office. We regret that wheelchair users cannot board or alight here, due to excessive wheelchair ramp gradients between the train and the very low-height platforms, 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.
Getting to Salford Crescent from Salford city centre
Salford Crescent train station facilities and services
Salford Crescent has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Salford Crescent.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Salford Crescent.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salford Crescent: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salford Crescent: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salford Crescent: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, The station is accessed from the main road ( A6,THE CRESCENT) and the corner of University Road There is a lift available at the end of the overbridge (facing the steps of which there is 36 down onto the platform). The lift is available from first to last train, 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.
Which Atherton station do trains from Salford arrive at?
Getting to Atherton from Atherton city centre
Atherton is 1 km from Atherton city centre. Public transport options include:
Atherton train station facilities and services
Atherton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Atherton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Atherton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Atherton: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Atherton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Atherton: 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.
Getting to Hag Fold from Atherton city centre
Hag Fold is 1 km from Atherton city centre. Public transport options include:
Hag Fold train station facilities and services
Hag Fold has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hag Fold.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hag Fold: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hag Fold: 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.
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