The train between Cheltenham and Altrincham takes 2h 59m. The train service runs several times per day from Cheltenham to Altrincham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Cheltenham and Altrincham. The earliest departure is at 7:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cheltenham is at 6:40 PM which arrives into Altrincham at 9:40 PM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 2h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Altrincham. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham station and arriving at Altrincham station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.
Cheltenham to Altrincham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.
Cheltenham to Altrincham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Cheltenham to Altrincham train tickets online with Cross Country and Metrolink.
The distance between Cheltenham and Altrincham is 166.4 km. The road distance is 217 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester Piccadilly every 3 hours. Tickets cost £65–95 and the journey takes 2h 19m.