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It takes an average of 1h 2m to travel from Manchester Airport to Altrincham by train, over a distance of around 3 miles (6 km). There are normally 20 trains per day travelling from Manchester Airport to Altrincham and tickets for this journey start from £4.90 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:43 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:48 | |
| Departure station | Manchester Airport | |
| Arrival station | Altrincham | |
| Journey time | From 50m | |
| Distance | 3 miles (6 km) | |
| Frequency | 20 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £4.90 | |
| Train operators | TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Manchester Airport to Altrincham in 50 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Manchester Airport to Altrincham? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 1 hour 2 minutes to travel the 3 miles (6 km) from Manchester Airport to Altrincham by train, although you can get there in as little as 50 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 20 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. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or TransPennine Express to Altrincham. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Manchester Airport to Altrincham in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £4.90. 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.
What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Manchester Airport to Altrincham?
Want to know more about your journey from Manchester Airport to Altrincham? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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The price of train tickets from Manchester Airport to Altrincham starts at £4.90 one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.
1. Book in advance
2. Consider a Season Ticket
3. Use your Railcard
4. Split your tickets
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.