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Compare coach and flight for Edinburgh to Altrincham
The cheapest option from Edinburgh to Altrincham is coach, with an average price of £41. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Altrincham among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 290 km
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£41 Average Price Cheapest option | £215 Average Price |
6h 50m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Why should you book Edinburgh to Altrincham trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Transpennine Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transpennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Altrincham.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Altrincham.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Edinburgh to Altrincham.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Altrincham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Edinburgh to Altrincham and enjoy the approximately 290 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 01:09, the last at 18:57.
Distance 290 km |
Average train duration 3h 32m |
Trains per day 4 |
First train 1:09 |
Last train 18:57 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast from Edinburgh to Altrincham trainsTranspennine Express, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Edinburgh and Altrincham from £41. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Altrincham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Altrincham
Most Edinburgh to Altrincham trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Altrincham station pair, with some services arriving at Navigation Road. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Altrincham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Which Altrincham station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Altrincham from Altrincham city centre
Altrincham train station facilities and services
Altrincham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Altrincham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Altrincham.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Altrincham: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Altrincham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Navigation Road from Altrincham city centre
Navigation Road train station facilities and services
Navigation Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Navigation Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Navigation Road: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Navigation Road: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Navigation Road: 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.
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