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Bolton to Altrincham train times

The table below shows live departures for Bolton to Altrincham trains for today, Friday 3 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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Northern Rail9:36 Bolton
1h00
10:36 Altrincham0 changesdirect
Northern Rail11:36 Bolton
1h00
12:36 Altrincham0 changesdirect

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Northern Rail as well as TransPennine Express or Northern Trains Limited offer trains services from Bolton to Altrincham.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bolton to Altrincham

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Trains from Bolton to Altrincham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 05:54, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 22 km distance in 1h 0m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
22 km
Average train duration
47m
Cheapest ticket price
£5
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
1h 0m
First train
5:54
Last train
23:00
Cheapest Month
Sept
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Fri
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Bolton to Altrincham trainsNorthern Rail, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Bolton and Altrincham from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 0m
Cheapest Price
£5
Northern Rail frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 28m
Cheapest Price
£25
TransPennine Express frequency
1 a day

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
53m
Cheapest Price
£11
Northern Trains Limited frequency
4 a day

FAQs: Bolton to Altrincham train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolton to Altrincham 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 Altrincham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Bolton to Altrincham can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £5, while the average price tends to be around £5.
The train journey from Bolton to Altrincham covers a distance of 22 km and takes approximately 1h 0m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Bolton to Altrincham is 22 km.
The first train from Bolton to Altrincham leaves at 5:54.
The last train from Bolton to Altrincham departs at 23:00.
Trains from Bolton to Altrincham run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bolton to Altrincham.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bolton to Altrincham.
To travel from Bolton to Altrincham, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Bolton to Altrincham.
The train station in Bolton that goes to Altrincham is Bolton station (BON), and it arrives at Altrincham station (ALT).
The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Altrincham is by train, costing approximately £5.
Booking trains from Bolton to Altrincham in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bolton to Altrincham offers views of the Greater Manchester countryside and urban landscapes, but it is not typically considered particularly scenic compared to routes through more rural or coastal areas.
Yes, you can do a day trip from Bolton to Altrincham. The journey takes 1h 0m and the distance is 22 km. Trains run 2 times per day.
To fully explore Altrincham, two to three days are generally sufficient to enjoy its local markets, parks, and nearby attractions.
Yes, you can take the train from Bolton to Altrincham.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bolton and Altrincham

Most Bolton to Altrincham trains use the Bolton to Altrincham station pair, with some services arriving at Navigation Road. Use this guide to compare Bolton and Altrincham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Bolton
Arrival train stations in Altrincham

Which Bolton station do trains to Altrincham leave from?

Trains from Bolton to Altrincham leave from Bolton. The station is 1 km from Bolton city centre at Bolton station, Trinity Street, Bolton, Lancashire, BL2 1BE.
BoltonBolton station, Trinity Street, Bolton, Lancashire, BL2 1BEWifiShoppingParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Bolton from Bolton city centre

Bolton is 1 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus576, 535, 525, 526, 507, 561, 562, 575, 527, 534, 537, 541, 533, 480 · 10m · £2 · every ~79 min
125 · 15m · £8 · every ~16 min

Bolton train station facilities and services

Bolton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Bolton.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Bolton.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Bolton.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bolton: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Bolton: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bolton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, this station is scooter friendly, a scooter permit is required for travel, Level access through the ticket barriers to an overpass and via lifts to all platforms. Lifts available from first to last trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

Hall I' Th' WoodHall-i'-th'-Wood station, Crompton Way, Hall-i'-th'-Wood, Lancashire, BL1 8UFParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Hall I' Th' Wood from Bolton city centre

Hall I' Th' Wood is 2 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainManchester Victoria - Blackburn, Rochdale - Blackburn, Manchester Victoria - Clitheroe, Rochdale - Clitheroe, Rochdale - Ribblehead, Bolton - Blackburn, Bolton - Clitheroe, Bolton - Ribblehead · 5m · £0.90 · every ~4 min
Bus507, 541, 533, 480 · 7m · £2 · every ~19 min

Hall I' Th' Wood train station facilities and services

Hall I' Th' Wood has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Hall I' Th' Wood: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Hall I' Th' Wood: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Hall I' Th' Wood: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, Platforms are both accessed via a long set of step from street level, there is no step free route to the platforms, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

LostockLostock station, Rumworth Road, Lostock, Greater Manchester, BL6 4JP+44 8002006060ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Lostock from Bolton city centre

Lostock is 4 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainManchester Airport - Blackpool North, Manchester Oxford Road - Blackpool North, Manchester Airport - Preston, Bolton - Corkickle, Bolton - Blackpool North, Bolton - Barrow-in-Furness, Bolton - Millom, Bolton - Windermere, Stockport - Blackpool North · 4m · £2 · every ~4 min
Bus905, 930, 520 · 19m · £2 · every ~6 min
576, 575 · 21m · £2 · every ~20 min

Lostock train station facilities and services

Lostock has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Lostock.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Lostock: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Lostock: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Lostock: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Level access from car park (22 paces, 1:12 slope) and Booking office to Bolton/Manchester platform. For services to Preston, separate ramped access (96 paces, 1:10 slope) from Rumworth Road overbridge onto the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.

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