The cheapest and fastest trains from Altrincham to Wolverhampton
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
1 h 38 m
Average duration
2 h 18 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
90 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Altrincham to Wolverhampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Altrincham to Wolverhampton will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
Of the 4 trains that leave Altrincham for Wolverhampton every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 90 km distance in an average of 2 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 1 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 Wolverhampton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Altrincham to Wolverhampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £21, and a coach costs an average of £25.
Distance: 90 km
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£44 Average Price Cheapest | £53 Average Price |
1h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Altrincham to Wolverhampton train times
The table below shows live departures for Altrincham to Wolverhampton 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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![]() | 05:57 Altrincham | 1h38 | 07:35 Wolverhampton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:35 Altrincham | 1h39 | 08:14 Wolverhampton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:20 Altrincham | 1h54 | 09:14 Wolverhampton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:57 Altrincham | 1h38 | 09:35 Wolverhampton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:36 Altrincham | 3h35 | 12:11 Wolverhampton | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Altrincham to Wolverhampton
Trains from Altrincham to Wolverhampton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 90 km distance in 1h 37m.
Distance 90 km |
Average train duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 37m |
First train 05:05 |
Last train 23:00 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Northern Trains Limited from Altrincham to Wolverhampton trainsCrossCountry, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Altrincham and Wolverhampton from £21. 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 Wolverhampton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Altrincham to Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Altrincham and Wolverhampton
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 06:15 - 23:59
- Car Park: Multi storey
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle facilities are currently located at the front of the station adjacent to the multi-storey car park whilst redevelopment works are carried out at the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Due to construction works taking place at Wolverhampton station, rail replacement buses are unable to use the short stay car park at the front of the station. For the foreseeable future rail replacement buses will pick up and drop off at bus stop AH on Lichfield Street (by the Moon Under Water public house).
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