The average train between Leicester and Altrincham takes 3h 12m and the fastest train takes 2h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Leicester 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.
Trains run hourly between Leicester and Altrincham. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 11:37 PM which arrives into Altrincham at 6:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 3h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Leicester 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.
No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Altrincham. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Altrincham station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.
Leicester to Altrincham train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.
Leicester to Altrincham train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Altrincham station.
Book your Leicester to Altrincham train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, TransPennine Express and Metrolink.
The distance between Leicester and Altrincham is 116.4 km. The road distance is 186 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Altrincham via Nuneaton and Stockport in around 3h 4m.