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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Altrincham is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Altrincham is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Altrincham?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Altrincham. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Altrincham via Bristol Parkway and Stockport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Swindon to Altrincham?

The distance between Swindon and Altrincham is 203 miles. The road distance is 152.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Altrincham without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 57m and costs £100 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Swindon to Altrincham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Altrincham bus from?

Swindon to Altrincham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Fleming Way station.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Altrincham train from?

Swindon to Altrincham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Train or bus from Swindon to Altrincham?

The best way to get from Swindon to Altrincham is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 57m and costs £100 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £130 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Swindon to Altrincham bus arrive?

Swindon to Altrincham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Swindon to Altrincham train arrive?

Swindon to Altrincham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Altrincham?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Altrincham is 152 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Swindon to Altrincham.

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

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Altrincham?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Altrincham. However, there are services departing from Fleming Way and arriving at Altrincham Interchange via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Manchester Airport The Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

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

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Stockporttrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 57m
£104–167
Drive 151.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swindon to Altrinchamcar 151.3 mi
2h 37m
£37–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 401 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Airport The Stationbus 541 / ...
7h 25m
£49–122
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
4h 3m
£102–343
Train
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spatrain London Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 58m
£88–142
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spatrain
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchangebus
5h 7m
£56–93

Swindon to Altrincham by train

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Distance: 202.3 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Altrincham via Bristol Parkway and Stockport in around 4h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fleming Way to Altrincham Interchange via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Manchester Airport The Station in around 7h 25m.

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