How much is the train ticket from Manchester to Altrincham?

The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Altrincham start from $6. The average price for this train route is around $7. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Manchester to Altrincham?

The average train ride duration from Manchester to Altrincham is 26m, covering a distance of 8 miles (13 km). The quickest train can get you there in 26m and is operated by Northern .

Which train operators service the Manchester to Altrincham route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Manchester to Altrincham?

The earliest train departs from Manchester to Altrincham at 5:10pm. And the latest train departs at 8:09pm.

Train Manchester to Altrincham from $4

Next train departures

Next departures for Manchester to Altrincham on February 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:10am	Manchester Piccadilly	26m	9:36am	Altrincham	Cheapest
Train	8:10am	Manchester Piccadilly	26m	8:36am	Altrincham	Fastest
Train	7:08am	Manchester Piccadilly	27m	7:35am	Altrincham	No tags
Train	10:10am	Manchester Piccadilly	26m	10:36am	Altrincham	No tags
Train	11:10am	Manchester Piccadilly	26m	11:36am	Altrincham	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 1:58 PM GMT.

Get from Manchester to Altrincham

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 26 minutes and with fares starting at just $6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

26mAverage Duration

8 milesDistance

0kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Northern

4/527 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness5

Wifi3.4

Based on 27 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. Northern ticket prices on this trip start at $6

GB train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, Amtrak Acela, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Manchester to Altrincham by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Manchester to Altrincham?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Altrincham start from $6. The average price for this train route is around $7. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Manchester to Altrincham?
The average train ride duration from Manchester to Altrincham is 26m, covering a distance of 8 miles (13 km). The quickest train can get you there in 26m and is operated by Northern.
Which train operators service the Manchester to Altrincham route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Manchester to Altrincham?
The earliest train departs from Manchester to Altrincham at 5:10pm. And the latest train departs at 8:09pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01/29

No data

01/30

Today

No data

02/01

No data

02/02

No data

02/03

No data

02/04

02/05

No data

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Altrincham was searched and found on Jan 30, 2026 with a price of $5

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Manchester to Altrincham, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $5 to $7 for a train ticket from Manchester to Altrincham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $5 which is on 2026-02-04.