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Trains from Motherwell (MTH) to Atherton (ATN)

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19

train journeys
per day

167

miles (270 kms)

2hrs 52 mins

fastest journey

06:04 / 23:40

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Motherwell (MTH) to Atherton (ATN)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Motherwell and Atherton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Motherwell to Atherton is approximately 167 miles (270 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 34 mins.

Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Motherwell and Atherton.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Motherwell to Atherton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 52 mins.

Journeys from Motherwell to Atherton Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:04
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    09:06
    Motherwell
    Atherton
    Motherwell to Atherton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:45
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    10:06
    Motherwell
    Atherton
    Motherwell to Atherton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:26
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    10:52
    Motherwell
    Atherton
    Motherwell to Atherton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:52
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    11:06
    Motherwell
    Atherton
    Motherwell to Atherton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:24
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    12:52
    Motherwell
    Atherton
    Motherwell to Atherton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:52
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    13:06
    Motherwell
    Atherton
    Motherwell to Atherton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:25
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    14:52
    Motherwell
    Atherton
    Motherwell to Atherton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:13
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    15:06
    Motherwell
    Atherton
    Motherwell to Atherton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:21
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    15:35
    Motherwell
    Atherton
    Motherwell to Atherton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:25
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    16:52
    Motherwell
    Atherton
    Motherwell to Atherton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:50
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    17:06
    Motherwell
    Atherton
    Motherwell to Atherton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:50
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    18:06
    Motherwell
    Atherton
    Motherwell to Atherton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:24
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    18:52
    Motherwell
    Atherton
    Motherwell to Atherton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:14
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    19:06
    Motherwell
    Atherton
    Motherwell to Atherton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:27
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    19:35
    Motherwell
    Atherton
    Motherwell to Atherton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:55
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    20:06
    Motherwell
    Atherton
    Motherwell to Atherton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    17:25
    3 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    21:21
    Motherwell
    Atherton
    Motherwell to Atherton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    20:21
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    23:37
    Motherwell
    Atherton
    Motherwell to Atherton
  • Mon 10th Jun
    23:14
    8 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    08:06
    Motherwell
    Atherton
    Motherwell to Atherton

About Motherwell Station

Station name Motherwell (MTH)
Address Motherwell station, Muir Street, Motherwell, North Lanarkshire, ML1 1BL
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:30 - 21:30
Tuesday 05:30 - 21:30
Wednesday 05:30 - 21:30
Thursday 05:30 - 21:30
Friday 05:30 - 21:30
Saturday 05:30 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Atherton Station

Station name Atherton (ATN)
Address Atherton station, Upton Road, Atherton, Lancashire, M46 9RH
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:10 - 23:20
Tuesday 06:10 - 23:20
Wednesday 06:10 - 23:20
Thursday 06:10 - 23:20
Friday 06:10 - 23:20
Saturday 06:10 - 23:20
Sunday 09:20 - 18:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Motherwell and Atherton

The travel time between Motherwell and Atherton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 34 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 52 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Motherwell and Atherton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:04, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:40.

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Amenities on trains between Motherwell and Atherton can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Motherwell & Atherton. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Motherwell and Atherton.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Motherwell and Atherton, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.