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Kendal to Altrincham by train

First train

05:56

Last train

22:01

Departure station

Kendal

Arrival station

Altrincham

Journey time

From 2h 15m

Distance

67 miles (108 km)

Changes

1 change

Train operators

TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast

Taking the train from Kendal to Altrincham in 2 hours 15 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Kendal to Altrincham? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 3 hours 43 minutes to travel the 67 miles (108 km) from Kendal to Altrincham by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 15 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 0 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. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Avanti West Coast or TransPennine Express, as they are the main operators of services on this route.

Book train tickets from Kendal to Altrincham 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 Altrincham by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Kendal to Altrincham? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Kendal and Altrincham by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Kendal to Altrincham is 2 hours and 15 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Kendal to Altrincham?

No, there are no direct train services from Kendal to Altrincham. Travelling from Kendal to Altrincham by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Kendal to Altrincham leave?

The first train from Kendal to Altrincham leaves at 05:56. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Kendal to Altrincham leave?

The last train from Kendal to Altrincham leaves at 22:01. 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.

What's the distance between Kendal and Altrincham by train?

Trains travelling from Kendal to Altrincham cover a distance of around 67 miles (108 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Altrincham to Kendal.

Cheap train tickets from Kendal to Altrincham

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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