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Bristol to Altrincham trains

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The average train between Bristol and Altrincham takes 3h 53m and the fastest train takes 3h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Bristol to Altrincham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 53m
Duration
179 mi
Distance
£93
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadillytrain train Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 38m
£79–116

Bristol to Altrincham train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Bristol and Altrincham. The earliest departure is at 7:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 6:00 PM which arrives into Altrincham at 9:40 PM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 3h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    Cross CountryMetrolink13h 25m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 40m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 39m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 39m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 40m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 40m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 39m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 39m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 40m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 24, 2026

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 40m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 40m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 40m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 41m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 25, 2026

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 40m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 38m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 39m • 1 change

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    Cross CountryMetrolink3h 40m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bristol to Altrincham? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Bristol to Altrincham.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 179.1 mi
  • Duration: 3h 53m

What companies run services between Bristol, England and Altrincham, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly every 3 hours. Tickets cost £75–120 and the journey takes 2h 59m.

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