What is the cheapest way to get from Watford to Altrincham?

The cheapest way to get from Watford to Altrincham is to bus which costs £24 - £40 and takes 7h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Watford to Altrincham?

The fastest way to get from Watford to Altrincham is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Watford and Altrincham?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford to Altrincham. However, there are services departing from Town Hall and arriving at Altrincham Interchange via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Manchester Airport The Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Watford and Altrincham?

No, there is no direct train from Watford to Altrincham. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction and arriving at Altrincham via Milton Keynes Central and Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Watford to Altrincham?

The distance between Watford and Altrincham is 175 miles. The road distance is 173.1 miles.

How do I travel from Watford to Altrincham without a car?

The best way to get from Watford to Altrincham without a car is to train and tram which takes 3h 17m and costs £55 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Watford to Altrincham?

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Watford to Altrincham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford to Altrincham bus from?

Watford to Altrincham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Watford to Altrincham train from?

Watford to Altrincham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Watford Junction station.

Bus or fly from Watford to Altrincham?

The best way to get from Watford to Altrincham is to bus via Birmingham which takes 6h 38m and costs £40 - £95. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £55 - £250 and takes 3h 27m.

Where does the Watford to Altrincham bus arrive?

Watford to Altrincham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Watford to Altrincham train arrive?

Watford to Altrincham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Milton Keynes Central station.

Can I drive from Watford to Altrincham?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford to Altrincham is 173 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Watford to Altrincham.

How do I get a train ticket from Watford to Altrincham?

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Where can I stay near Altrincham?

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Watford to Altrincham - 8 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Watford to Altrincham by train, tram, bus, car, or plane

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Milton Keynes Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the tram from Piccadilly to Altrinchamtram
3h 17m
£59–112
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Manchester Airportbus Uk980 / ...
7h 2m
£25–40
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Airport The Stationbus 541 / ...
6h 38m
£40–95
Drive 172.1 mi
1. Drive from Watford to Altrinchamcar 172.1 mi
2h 52m
£42–61
Fly from London Heathrow Airport
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3h 27m
£59–245
Fly from Luton Airport
1. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LTN - MAN
5h 48m
£57–134
Fly from London City Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LCY - MAN
6h 10m
£201–407
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Clapham Junctiontrain
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
5h 6m
£111–251

Watford to Altrincham by bus

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Distance: 173.6 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

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

You can take a bus from Town Hall to Altrincham Interchange via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Manchester Airport The Station in around 6h 38m. Alternatively, British Airways flies from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN) every 4 hours.

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