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Glasgow to Altrincham trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Glasgow and Altrincham takes 4h and the fastest train takes 3h 40m. There is an hourly train service from Glasgow 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.

4h
Duration
228 mi
Distance
£81
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestontrain train Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
  2. Take the train from Preston to Deansgatetrain train Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 52m
£57–126

Glasgow to Altrincham train times

Trains run hourly between Glasgow and Altrincham. The earliest departure is at 4:28 AM at night, and the last departure from Glasgow is at 11:40 PM which arrives into Altrincham at 6:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 4h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink4h • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink4h 6m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink3h 45m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink4h 5m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink4h 6m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink4h 42m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink3h 52m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink3h 52m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink3h 56m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink3h 57m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink4h 18m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink3h 52m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains LimitedMetrolink3h 52m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Altrincham.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 228.1 mi
  • Duration: 4h

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Altrincham, England?

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Altrincham via Preston, Deansgate, and Deansgate-Castlefield in around 3h 52m.

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