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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Altrincham is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 20 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Altrincham is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £23 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Altrincham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Piccadilly Gardens and arriving at Ellesmere Road. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Altrincham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Altrincham. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Manchester to Altrincham?

The distance between Manchester and Altrincham is 15 miles. The road distance is 9.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Altrincham without a car is to train which takes 25 min and costs £2 - £6.

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

The train from Manchester Piccadilly to Altrincham takes 25 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Altrincham bus from?

Manchester to Altrincham bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Piccadilly Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Altrincham train from?

Manchester to Altrincham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Altrincham?

The best way to get from Manchester to Altrincham is to train which takes 25 min and costs £2 - £6. Alternatively, you can line 263 bus, which costs and takes 50 min.

Where does the Manchester to Altrincham bus arrive?

Manchester to Altrincham bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Ellesmere Road station.

Where does the Manchester to Altrincham train arrive?

Manchester to Altrincham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Altrincham station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Altrincham?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Altrincham is 10 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Manchester to Altrincham.

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

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Where can I stay near Altrincham?

There are 3532+ hotels available in Altrincham.

Manchester to Altrincham - 5 ways to travel via train, line 263 bus, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Manchester to Altrincham by train, bus, taxi, car, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to AltrinchamManchester Piccadilly - Chester
25 min
£2–6
Line 263 bus
1. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Ellesmere Road263
50 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Altrincham9.5 mi
20 min
£23–28
Drive 9.5 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Altrincham9.5 mi
20 min
£3–4
Tram
1. Take the tram from St Peter's Square to AltrinchamPurple Line / ...
26 min
£2–4

Manchester to Altrincham by train

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Distance: 14.5 mi
Duration: 25 min

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Altrincham, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Altrincham hourly. Tickets cost £2–6 and the journey takes 25 min. Alternatively, Bee Network operates a bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Ellesmere Road every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 50 min.

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