First train | 05:20 | |
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Last train | 15:21 | |
Departure station | Middlesbrough | |
Arrival station | Atherton | |
Journey time | From 3h 0m | |
Distance | 88 miles (142 km) | |
Frequency | 11 trains per day | |
Changes | 1 change | |
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Thinking about taking the train from Middlesbrough to Atherton? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 23 minutes to travel the 88 miles (142 km) from Middlesbrough to Atherton by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 11 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with TransPennine Express for all or at least part of your journey to Atherton.
Book train tickets from Middlesbrough to Atherton in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Atherton by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
The average journey time by train between Middlesbrough and Atherton is 3 hours and 23 minutes, with around 11 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Middlesbrough to Atherton is 3 hours and 0 minutes.
No, there are no direct train services from Middlesbrough to Atherton. Travelling from Middlesbrough to Atherton by train will require a minimum of 1 change.
The first train from Middlesbrough to Atherton leaves at 05:20. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Middlesbrough to Atherton leaves at 15:21. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Middlesbrough to Atherton cover a distance of around 88 miles (142 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Atherton to Middlesbrough.
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