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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Altrincham is to bus which costs £28 - £55 and takes 6h 33m.

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 34m 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 Cheltenham Spa and Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Swindon to Altrincham?

The distance between Swindon and Altrincham is 179 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 which takes 4h 57m and costs £50 - £160.

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 FlixBus, depart from Regent Circus 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 which takes 4h 57m and costs £50 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £55 and takes 6h 33m.

Where does the Swindon to Altrincham bus arrive?

Swindon to Altrincham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Royal Well Bus Station.

Where does the Swindon to Altrincham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swindon to Altrincham?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Altrincham is 152 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Swindon to Altrincham.

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

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Where can I stay near 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 Regent Circus and arriving at Altrincham Interchange via Royal Well Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Manchester Airport The Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham SpaLondon Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester PiccadillyBristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 57m
£50–152
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus to Royal Well Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station100 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Airport The Station120 / ...
6h 33m
£28–51
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spa
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Manchester Airport The Station
5h 18m
£32–85
Drive 151.4 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Altrincham151.4 mi
2h 34m
£38–54
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
4h 24m
£100–412
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol ParkwayLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to StockportBristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 59m
£42–169

Swindon to Altrincham by train and tram

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Distance: 178 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Altrincham via Cheltenham Spa, Manchester Piccadilly, and Piccadilly in around 4h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Regent Circus to Altrincham Interchange via Royal Well Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Manchester Airport The Station in around 6h 33m.

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