The average train between Derby and Altrincham takes 2h 39m and the fastest train takes 1h 50m. There is a train service every few hours from Derby 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 hourly between Derby and Altrincham. The earliest departure is at 12:19 AM at night, and the last departure from Derby is at 11:40 PM which arrives into Altrincham at 7:35 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 2h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Derby to Altrincham. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Altrincham station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.
Derby to Altrincham train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Altrincham train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Altrincham station.
Book your Derby to Altrincham train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, TransPennine Express and 2 other operators.
The distance between Derby and Altrincham is 77.8 km. The road distance is 131 km.
You can take a train from Derby to Altrincham via Sheffield and Stockport in around 2h 27m.