What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Altrincham?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Altrincham is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Altrincham?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Altrincham is to train via Preston which takes 3h 53m and costs £60 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Altrincham?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Altrincham. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Altrincham Interchange via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange and Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Altrincham?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Altrincham. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Altrincham via Preston and Deansgate-Castlefield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Altrincham?

The distance between Edinburgh and Altrincham is 229 miles. The road distance is 216.1 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Altrincham without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Altrincham without a car is to train via Preston which takes 3h 53m and costs £60 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Altrincham?

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Edinburgh to Altrincham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Altrincham bus from?

Edinburgh to Altrincham bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Altrincham train from?

Edinburgh to Altrincham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train, bus or fly from Edinburgh to Altrincham?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Altrincham is to train via Preston which takes 3h 53m and costs £60 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 53m, you could also fly, which costs £50 - £170 and takes 5h 12m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Altrincham bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Altrincham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Altrincham train arrive?

Edinburgh to Altrincham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Altrincham?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Altrincham is 216 miles. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Edinburgh to Altrincham.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to Altrincham?

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Where can I stay near Altrincham?

There are 3735+ hotels available in Altrincham.

Edinburgh to Altrincham - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Edinburgh to Altrincham by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Preston
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Prestontrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Deansgatetrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 53m
£62–142
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk090
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
6h 53m
£34–52
Drive 214.8 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Altrinchamcar 214.8 mi
3h 55m
£53–76
Fly to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EDI - MAN
5h 12m
£52–162
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
4h 5m
£80–139
Fly to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)plane EDI - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Piccadillytrain
6h 12m
£68–188
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Stockporttrain
5h 53m
£68–174

Edinburgh to Altrincham by train and tram

90Weekly Services

3h 53mAverage Duration

£62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 227.8 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Altrincham, England?

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Altrincham via Preston, Deansgate, and Deansgate-Castlefield in around 3h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Princes Street to Altrincham Interchange via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Piccadilly Gardens in around 6h 53m.

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