The average train between Preston and Altrincham takes 1h 18m and the fastest train takes 1h 8m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Preston 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 30 minutes between Preston and Altrincham. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 10:50 PM which arrives into Altrincham at 12:10 AM. All services require a transfer at Deansgate and take an average of 1h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Preston to Altrincham. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Altrincham station via Deansgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 18m.
Preston to Altrincham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Altrincham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Altrincham station.
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The distance between Preston and Altrincham is 47.9 km. The road distance is 61 km.
There is no direct connection from Preston to Altrincham. However, you can take the train to Deansgate, walk to Deansgate-Castlefield, then take the vehicle to Altrincham.
