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Trip Summary
16 trains operate daily from Altrincham to Accrington. The train trip from Altrincham to Accrington is usually about 3 hours and 1 minute long. However, traveling on the fastest Northern Rail + Connections train can get you there in as little as 2 hours and 9 minutes.
| Distance | 25 mi (41 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 9m |
| Lowest price | $23.67 |
| Most frequent service | Northern Rail + Connections |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Altrincham to Accrington?
2 train services operate from Altrincham to Accrington. Northern Rail + Connections usually has more trains scheduled, with 14 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Rail | 2 | 8h 55m | $23.67 |
| Northern Rail + Connections | 14 | 2h 11m | $31.18 |
Northern Rail, branded simply as 'Northern' on its trains, travels to cities such as Manchester, Blackpool, Windermere, Newcastle, and York. Complimentary WiFi is usually available in first- and standard-class carriages, plus an onboard restroom. The newer trains boast extra legroom, and all services have space for luggage at the end of carriages.
Northern Rail + Connections train tickets from Altrincham to Accrington start from $31, and on average cost . Daily there are 14 Northern Rail + Connections schedules to Accrington. Northern Rail + Connections in Altrincham leaves from Stamford New Road and one other station. And in Accrington trains arrive at Accrington Station .
From Altrincham to Accrington train travel on Northern Rail + Connections takes 2 hours and 11 minutes. If you are looking to get to Accrington faster, Northern Rail + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 9 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Northern Rail + Connections offers 14 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Accrington.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Altrincham to Accrington on Sunday. Tickets for Sunday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Sunday. Sunday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Altrincham at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 16 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Accrington to Altrincham.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Altrincham?
Main departure station: Navigation Road Station
There are two stations in Altrincham where you can board the train to Accrington.
All train stations in Altrincham:
Navigation Road Station
Altrincham Station
Where is the train station in Accrington?
Main arrival station: Accrington Station
Accrington has one train station.
Train stations in Accrington:
Accrington Station
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