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Compare coach and train for Shrewsbury to Altrincham
The cheapest option from Shrewsbury to Altrincham is train, with an average price of £18. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Shrewsbury to Altrincham among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 80 km
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Shrewsbury to Altrincham train times
The table below shows live departures for Shrewsbury to Altrincham trains for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 20:03 Shrewsbury | 1h26 | 21:29 Altrincham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Shrewsbury to Altrincham
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Typically, there are 3 trains per day from Shrewsbury to Altrincham, including direct trains, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:30, the last at 21:57. The fastest train covers the 80 km distance in 1h 26m.
Distance 80 km |
Average train duration 1h 40m |
Lowest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 26m |
First train 6:30 |
Last train 21:57 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Northern Rail from Shrewsbury to Altrincham trainsTransport for Wales, Northern Rail trains will get you between Shrewsbury and Altrincham from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Shrewsbury to Altrincham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury and Altrincham
Most Shrewsbury to Altrincham trains use the Shrewsbury to Altrincham station pair. Use this guide to compare Shrewsbury and Altrincham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Shrewsbury station do trains to Altrincham leave from?
Getting to Shrewsbury from Shrewsbury city centre
Shrewsbury train station facilities and services
Shrewsbury has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Shrewsbury.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Shrewsbury. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, 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 Shrewsbury: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Shrewsbury: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Shrewsbury: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to all platforms. The lift to Platform 3 is accessible from the front of the station. The lift to Platforms 4 to 7 is situated at the end of the subway beyond the ticket barriers, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Altrincham station do trains from Shrewsbury 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.
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