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Dunham Massey Hall
Historic house museum with furnished rooms, collections and estate interpretation, offering insight into country-house life near Altrincham.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£5
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£5
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
31 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
31 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
11 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cheadle Hulme to Altrincham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cheadle Hulme to Altrincham will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Cheadle Hulme to Altrincham, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 11 km distance in an average of 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 31 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cheadle Hulme to Altrincham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 51m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 11 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£10 Average Price Cheapest | £2 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
51m Average total duration Fastest 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Altrincham take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 20m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (21m by train vs 27m by car). Tickets start at around £10 compared to roughly £2 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Cheadle Hulme to Altrincham trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:04 Cheadle Hulme | 0h31 | 6:35 Altrincham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Cheadle Hulme to Altrincham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:20, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 11 km distance in 28m.
Distance 11 km |
Average train duration 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 28m |
First train 6:20 |
Last train 23:05 |
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Historic house museum with furnished rooms, collections and estate interpretation, offering insight into country-house life near Altrincham.
Contemporary art gallery in nearby Hale showing rotating exhibitions by regional and national artists, ideal for a short cultural stop.
Neighbourhood art venue in Sale with changing exhibitions, workshops and community programming, useful for visitors exploring Trafford’s arts scene.
Revived market quarter with heritage buildings, independent shops and a lively public space that anchors the modern town centre.
Large deer park and landscaped estate with woodland walks, formal avenues and broad lawns, popular for peaceful outdoor visits.
Pleasant canal-side walking route with locks, waterside views and links towards Manchester and Lymm for longer strolls or cycling.
A soft oatcake cooked on a griddle, long linked with nearby Greater Manchester and often eaten warm with butter or cheese.
A spiced Lancashire sausage made with pork and beef, traditionally sold around south-east Lancashire and Greater Manchester.
Crumbly Lancashire cheese with a buttery taste, made in the county for centuries and commonly served with bread or chutney.
Popular market hall venue known for quality wood-fired pizza and lively casual dining in central Altrincham.
Bustling food hall with varied independent traders, ideal for trying local produce, craft drinks and casual bites.
Smart brasserie and grill serving steaks, seafood and modern British dishes in an elegant but relaxed setting.
Moderate for the UK: dining and hotels are usually a little cheaper than central Manchester, while local rail and bus links keep day-to-day travel fairly manageable.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis, and café tips are optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cheadle Hulme 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.

Most Cheadle Hulme to Altrincham trains use the Cheadle Hulme to Altrincham station pair. Use this guide to compare Cheadle Hulme and Altrincham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Cheadle Hulme has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Cheadle Hulme.
Ticket office support is available at Cheadle Hulme.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cheadle Hulme: Parking.
Available at Cheadle Hulme: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cheadle Hulme: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Level access from car park only (stepped access to ticket office) However, Lifts are available between all platforms from first service until last service to provide step-free access between the station entrance and platforms. Accessible ticket machine available next to lift entrance, 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, Accessible ticket machines note: Adjacent to lift entrance near the car park, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Altrincham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Altrincham.
Ticket office support is available at Altrincham.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Altrincham: Parking.
Available at Altrincham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Altrincham: 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.
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