The cheapest and fastest trains from Altrincham to Bath
Cheapest price
£56
Average price
£59
Fastest journey
4 h 6 m
Average duration
4 h 47 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
223 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Altrincham to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Altrincham to Bath will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £56.
Of the 3 trains that leave Altrincham for Bath every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 223 km distance in an average of 4 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Altrincham to Bath
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Altrincham to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a train costs an average of £54.
Distance: 223 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£56 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 41m Average total duration 8h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Altrincham to Bath train times
The table below shows live departures for Altrincham to Bath trains for today, Thursday 18 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 06:52 Altrincham | 4h06 | 10:58 Bath | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:36 Altrincham | 5h35 | 13:11 Bath | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:57 Altrincham | 4h37 | 13:34 Bath | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:57 Altrincham | 5h05 | 23:02 Bath | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Altrincham to Bath
Trains from Altrincham to Bath run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £31 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:55, the last at 19:13. The fastest train covers the 223 km distance in 4h 4m.
Distance 223 km |
Average train duration 3h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 4m |
First train 01:55 |
Last train 19:13 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Northern Rail (3) from Altrincham to Bath trainsCrossCountry, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Altrincham and Bath from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Altrincham to Bath train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Altrincham to Bath by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bath, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Altrincham and Bath
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 20:20 Saturday 07:10 - 20:20 Sunday 09:20 - 16:50
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, Separate level access from bus station to Platform 1(Metrolink trams) and from Oakfield Road car park entrance to Platform 4 (to Chester). To Platform 2 (Metrolink trams) and 3 (to Manchester) via Lifts which are available from first to last train.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: contact Customer Relations
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Services will arrive and depart from Stand A at Altrincham bus station.
- Metro: Metrolink tram terminus within station.GMPTE 0161 228 7811
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Services towards Manchester and Chester : From the level crossing (at the junction of Navigation Road and Wellington Road) through a narrow gap, up a ramp (16 paces, 1:17 slope) onto the platform (situated on the Wellington Road side).
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Wellington Road adjacent to the junction with Prestbury Avenue (Station side for Manchester, opposite side for Chester)
- Metro: Metrolink tram stop at adjacent platform. GMPTE 0161 228 7811
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi."
- Type of shops available: Flower shop in subway
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Starbucks
- Dashi Bath
- Be At One
- Pumpkin Cafe Shop
- Taxi: Taxi Rank: Taxi rank is available at the station entrance. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Ramp access & staff assistance.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Travelodge Bath Waterside
- The Z Hotel Bath
- The Royal Hotel
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 and 2
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: At rear and side of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- The information office is located by Platform 1.
- Bus lines: 700, A4
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, CrossCountry, South Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
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