The average train between Swindon and Altrincham takes 4h 8m and the fastest train takes 3h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Swindon 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 Swindon and Altrincham. The earliest departure is at 6:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Swindon is at 11:42 PM which arrives into Altrincham at 10:35 AM. All services require a transfer at Cheltenham Spa and take an average of 4h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Swindon to Altrincham? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Altrincham. However, there are services departing from Swindon station and arriving at Altrincham station via Cheltenham Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.
Swindon to Altrincham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.
Swindon to Altrincham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Stockport station.
Book your Swindon to Altrincham train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Swindon and Altrincham is 207 km. The road distance is 278 km.
You can take a train from Swindon to Altrincham via Cheltenham Spa and Stockport in around 5h 6m.