How to get from Rochdale to Atherton by train?

By train

Take one direct train from Rochdale to Atherton in North West: take the NORTHERN train from Rochdale station to Atherton station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 6 min. The ride fare is £8.20.

66min£8.20
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Atherton
Leaves from Rochdale

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Rochdale
    810 yd • 10 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Southport
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Atherton
    48 min
  • 4
    Walk to Atherton
    Walk to
    Atherton
    370 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

By bus

To get from Rochdale to Atherton in North West, take the 471 bus from Rochdale Interchange station to Bolton Interchange station. Next, take the 582 bus from Bolton Interchange station to Car Bank Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 53 min.

113min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 471471
Bus - 582582
Walk to Atherton
Leaves from Rochdale Interchange

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rochdale Interchange
    190 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 471471
    Wait for bus
    471
    Bolton
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bolton Interchange
    69 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bolton Interchange
    240 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 582582
    Wait for bus
    582
    Leigh
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Car Bank Street
    19 min
  • 7
    Walk to Atherton
    Walk to
    Atherton
    70 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Rochdale to Atherton

The distance between Rochdale, North West and Atherton, North West is approximately 22.21 mi, which can typically be travelled in 66 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Rochdale to Atherton by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in North West – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Rochdale

Rochdale is located at Rochdale, North West and the nearest public transport station is Moore Street.

Bus stations close to Rochdale:

  • Moore Street
  • Rochdale Interchange
  • The Esplanade

Public transport stations close to Atherton, North West

Atherton is located at Atherton, North West and the nearest public transport station is Car Bank Street.

Bus stations close to Atherton:

  • Car Bank Street
  • Buxton Close
  • Bradshaw Street

Related Routes

By bus

To get from Rochdale to Atherton in North West, take the 471 bus from Rochdale Interchange station to Bolton Interchange station. Next, take the 582 bus from Bolton Interchange station to Car Bank Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 53 min.

113min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 471471
Bus - 582582
Walk to Atherton
Leaves from Rochdale Interchange

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rochdale Interchange
    190 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 471471
    Wait for bus
    471
    Bolton
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bolton Interchange
    69 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bolton Interchange
    240 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 582582
    Wait for bus
    582
    Leigh
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Car Bank Street
    19 min
  • 7
    Walk to Atherton
    Walk to
    Atherton
    70 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Rochdale to Atherton?

    The fastest way takes 66 minutes, using Bus line NORTHERN.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Rochdale to Atherton?

    The alternative route takes 113 minutes, using Bus line 471, Bus line 582.

  • Is there a direct train between Rochdale and Atherton in North West?

    Yes, there is a direct train going from Rochdale to Atherton in North West in 1 hr 6 min.

  • Which train line goes from Rochdale to Atherton in North West?

    The NORTHERN train line goes from Rochdale station near Rochdale to Southport station near Atherton in North West.

  • How long does it take to travel from Rochdale to Atherton in North West by train?

    The total travel time between Rochdale and Atherton in North West by train is about 1 hr 6 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Rochdale to get to Atherton in North West?

    Get on the NORTHERN train from the Rochdale station near Rochdale in North West.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Rochdale and Atherton in North West?

    Get off the train at the Atherton station, which is closest to Atherton in North West.

  • When is the first train from Rochdale to Atherton in North West?

    The first train from Rochdale to Atherton in North West is Northern. It leaves the Rochdale station at 10:03.

  • How much is the train fare from Rochdale to Atherton?

    The ride from Rochdale to Atherton costs £8.20.

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