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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
£2
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£3
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
17 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
17 m
Trains on 18 Sept
6
Distance
13 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stockport to Altrincham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stockport to Altrincham will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £2.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 6 trains from Stockport to Altrincham, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 13 km distance in an average of 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 17 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 Stockport to Altrincham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £3 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £3, while a train costs an average of £3.
Distance: 13 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£3 Average Price Cheapest | £2 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
47m Average total duration Fastest 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 25m 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 30m.
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (17m by train vs 25m by car). Tickets start at around £3 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.
Direct services run with Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited.
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 Stockport to Altrincham trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G85900 | On time 9:19 Stockport station (SPT) | 0h17 | 9:36 Altrincham station (ALT) | 0 changesdirect | |
G85902 | On time 10:19 Stockport station (SPT) | 0h17 | 10:36 Altrincham station (ALT) | 0 changesdirect | |
G85906 | On time 11:19 Stockport station (SPT) | 0h17 | 11:36 Altrincham station (ALT) | 0 changesdirect | |
G85910 | On time 12:19 Stockport station (SPT) | 0h17 | 12:36 Altrincham station (ALT) | 0 changesdirect | |
G85916 | On time 13:19 Stockport station (SPT) | 0h17 | 13:36 Altrincham station (ALT) | 0 changesdirect | |
G85297 | On time 14:19 Stockport station (SPT) | 0h17 | 14:36 Altrincham station (ALT) | 0 changesdirect | |
G85921 | On time 15:19 Stockport station (SPT) | 0h17 | 15:36 Altrincham station (ALT) | 0 changesdirect | |
G85925 | On time 16:19 Stockport station (SPT) | 0h17 | 16:36 Altrincham station (ALT) | 0 changesdirect | |
G85932 | On time 17:08 Stockport station (SPT) | 0h17 | 17:25 Altrincham station (ALT) | 0 changesdirect | |
G85934 | On time 17:19 Stockport station (SPT) | 0h17 | 17:36 Altrincham station (ALT) | 0 changesdirect | |
G85938 | On time 17:54 Stockport station (SPT) | 0h17 | 18:11 Altrincham station (ALT) | 0 changesdirect | |
G85942 | On time 18:19 Stockport station (SPT) | 0h17 | 18:36 Altrincham station (ALT) | 0 changesdirect | |
G85947 | On time 19:19 Stockport station (SPT) | 0h17 | 19:36 Altrincham station (ALT) | 0 changesdirect | |
G85949 | On time 20:19 Stockport station (SPT) | 0h17 | 20:36 Altrincham station (ALT) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Stockport to Altrincham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:09, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 13 km distance in 17m.
Distance 13 km |
Average train duration 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 17m |
First train 1:09 |
Last train 23:57 |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
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Best time to book 6 days |
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 Stockport 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 Stockport to Altrincham trains use the Stockport to Altrincham station pair, with some services arriving at Navigation Road. Use this guide to compare Stockport and Altrincham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Stockport has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Stockport.
ATMs are available at Stockport.
Ticket office support is available at Stockport. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stockport: Parking, WC.
Available at Stockport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts are available to all platforms via the station subway, 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: Yes.
Woodsmoor is 2 km from Stockport city centre. Public transport options include:
Woodsmoor has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.
Food and drink options are available at Woodsmoor.
Ticket office support is available at Woodsmoor.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Woodsmoor: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Woodsmoor: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B station, Services towards Manchester: Level access through a gate from Ferndale Avenue, or down 30 steps from Moorland Road bridge to the ticket office then through an 87cm wide gate and along a ramp (25 paces, 1:15 slope) onto the platform. Services Towards Buxton: Level access through a 103cm wide gate from Moorland Road bridge and down a stepped ramp (10 steps 15cm high each 200cm apart, ramp length 35 paces, 1:6 average slope) onto the platform, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines 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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