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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Altrincham is to bus which costs £25 - £40 and takes 5h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Altrincham is to drive which takes 3h 40m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Altrincham?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotland station to Altrincham. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Altrincham Interchange via Shudehill Interchange and Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Altrincham?

No, there is no direct train from Scotland to Altrincham. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Altrincham via Preston and Deansgate-Castlefield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Scotland to Altrincham?

The distance between Scotland and Altrincham is 229 miles. The road distance is 218.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Altrincham without a car is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £60 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Scotland to Altrincham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Altrincham bus from?

Scotland to Altrincham bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Altrincham train from?

Scotland to Altrincham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Scotland to Altrincham?

The best way to get from Scotland to Altrincham is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £60 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £40 and takes 5h 16m, you could also fly, which costs £70 - £200 and takes 3h 50m.

Where does the Scotland to Altrincham bus arrive?

Scotland to Altrincham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Scotland to Altrincham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Scotland to Altrincham?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Altrincham is 218 miles. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Scotland to Altrincham.

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

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Where can I stay near Altrincham?

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Scotland to Altrincham - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Scotland to Altrincham by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Deansgatetrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 56m
£63–141
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
5h 16m
£25–39
Drive 217.1 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Altrinchamcar 217.1 mi
3h 40m
£53–77
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane ABZ - MAN
3h 50m
£72–199
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane INV - MAN
4h 30m
£91–211
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Stockporttrain
5h 52m
£57–167

Scotland to Altrincham by train and tram

223Weekly Services

3h 56mAverage Duration

£63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 228.1 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

What companies run services between Scotland and Altrincham, England?

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Altrincham via Preston, Deansgate, and Deansgate-Castlefield in around 3h 56m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange every 2 hours. Tickets cost £21–35 and the journey takes 4h.

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