The average train between Runcorn and Altrincham takes 1h 58m and the fastest train takes 1h 22m. There is a train service every few hours from Runcorn 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 Runcorn and Altrincham. The earliest departure is at 5:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 9:51 PM which arrives into Altrincham at 6:35 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 1h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Altrincham. However, there are services departing from Runcorn station and arriving at Altrincham station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.
Runcorn to Altrincham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Runcorn station.
Runcorn to Altrincham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Altrincham station.
Book your Runcorn to Altrincham train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales and 2 other operators.
The distance between Runcorn and Altrincham is 25.9 km. The road distance is 90 km.
You can take a train from Runcorn to Altrincham via Crewe and Stockport in around 1h 59m.