- Must visit
Dunham Massey Hall
Historic house museum with furnished rooms, collections and estate interpretation, offering insight into country-house life near Altrincham.
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
25 m
Average duration
25 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
15 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lostock Gralam to Altrincham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lostock Gralam to Altrincham will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Of the 3 trains that leave Lostock Gralam for Altrincham every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 15 km distance in an average of 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 26 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.






The table below shows live departures for Lostock Gralam to Altrincham trains for today, Thursday 13 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 20:32 Lostock Gralam | 0h25 | 20:57 Altrincham | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 14 August | |||||
![]() | 6:07 Lostock Gralam | 0h26 | 6:33 Altrincham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:32 Lostock Gralam | 0h25 | 13:57 Altrincham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Lostock Gralam to Altrincham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:32, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 15 km distance in 25m.
Distance 15 km |
Average train duration 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 25m |
First train 6:32 |
Last train 23:47 |
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Discover the best of Altrincham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Altrincham trip today.
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 Lostock Gralam 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 Lostock Gralam to Altrincham trains use the Lostock Gralam to Altrincham station pair, with some services arriving at Navigation Road. Use this guide to compare Lostock Gralam and Altrincham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Lostock Gralam has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lostock Gralam: Parking.
Available at Lostock Gralam: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lostock Gralam: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Level access to Chester platform. Short flight of steps and ramp to Manchester platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.
Navigation Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Navigation Road.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Navigation Road: Parking.
Available at Navigation Road: Bike Parking.
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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