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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Altrincham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Glasgow to Altrincham and enjoy the approximately 302 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 302 km |
Average train duration 3h 31m |
Trains per day 4 |
First train 1:09 |
Last train 18:57 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Glasgow to Altrincham trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Glasgow and Altrincham. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Glasgow to Altrincham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Altrincham
Most Glasgow to Altrincham trains use the Glasgow Central to Altrincham station pair, with some services arriving at Navigation Road. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Altrincham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Central train station facilities and services
Glasgow Central 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse, Accessible ticket machines: There are 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: No.
Which Altrincham station do trains from Glasgow 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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