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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Altrincham is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Altrincham is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Altrincham?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Altrincham. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Altrincham Interchange via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Manchester Airport The Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Altrincham?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Altrincham. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Altrincham via Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Reading to Altrincham?

The distance between Reading and Altrincham is 189 miles. The road distance is 169.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Altrincham without a car is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £23 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Reading to Altrincham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Altrincham bus from?

Reading to Altrincham bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Altrincham train from?

Reading to Altrincham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Altrincham?

The best way to get from Reading to Altrincham is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £23 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 54m.

Where does the Reading to Altrincham bus arrive?

Reading to Altrincham bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to Altrincham train arrive?

Reading to Altrincham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Reading to Altrincham?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Altrincham is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Reading to Altrincham.

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

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Where can I stay near Altrincham?

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Reading to Altrincham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Reading to Altrincham by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 51m
£24–266
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Manchester Airport The Stationbus Uk980 / ...
6h 54m
Drive 168.4 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Altrinchamcar 168.4 mi
3h 9m
£41–60
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3h 48m
£69–221
Train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3h 33m
£80–178

Reading to Altrincham by train and tram

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Distance: 187.7 mi
Duration: 3h 51m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £21–270 and the journey takes 3h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Altrincham Interchange via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Manchester Airport The Station in around 6h 54m.

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