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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Altrincham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, while a flight costs an average of £331.
Distance: 258 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£88 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest | £331 Average Price | £75 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration 1h 57m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from London to Altrincham, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Altrincham:
A coach is £65 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Altrincham costing on average £88.
A coach is £307 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Altrincham costing on average £331.
Other travel options to Altrincham take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 57m.
Coach takes on average 5h 30m.
You'll arrive about 1h 30m sooner (2h 20m by train vs 3h 50m by car). Tickets start at around £88 compared to roughly £75 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.
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.
How to get to Altrincham from London by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from London to Altrincham is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Altrincham are Manchester, Liverpool, Chester, Leeds and York. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Altrincham on Omio.
Manchester is known for its industrial heritage, influential music and deep football culture. Red-brick canalside areas, major museums and lively nightlife give it an energetic northern character.
Liverpool is known for The Beatles, football and a waterfront shaped by its maritime past. Its grand docks, museums and lively city centre give it a proud, creative character.
Chester is known for its Roman walls, medieval streets and the distinctive black-and-white Rows. Compact and walkable, it blends deep history with a relaxed riverside setting and a lively city centre.
Leeds is a major West Yorkshire city known for Victorian arcades, shopping and a lively music scene. Its industrial heritage, regenerated waterfront and large student population give it an energetic but down-to-earth character.
York is known for its Roman and Viking heritage, medieval streets and the imposing York Minster. Its compact centre, old walls and busy mix of shops, pubs and museums make it easy to grasp the city's historic character.
Travel to Altrincham easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London to Altrincham.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Altrincham:
A coach is £65 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Altrincham costing on average £88.
A coach is £307 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Altrincham costing on average £331.
Other travel options to Altrincham take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 57m.
Coach takes on average 5h 30m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between London and Altrincham as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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