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Trains from Reading to Altrincham (ALT)

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22

train journeys
per day

145

miles (234 kms)

3hrs 51 mins

fastest journey

06:15 / 00:01

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Reading to Altrincham (ALT)

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Reading and Altrincham , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading to Altrincham is approximately 145 miles (234 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 53 mins.

Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Altrincham.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading to Altrincham. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 51 mins.

Journeys from Reading to Altrincham Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:15
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    10:17
    Reading
    Altrincham
    Reading to Altrincham
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:45
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    10:36
    Reading
    Altrincham
    Reading to Altrincham
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:15
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    11:17
    Reading
    Altrincham
    Reading to Altrincham
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:15
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    12:17
    Reading
    Altrincham
    Reading to Altrincham
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:15
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    13:17
    Reading
    Altrincham
    Reading to Altrincham
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:15
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    14:17
    Reading
    Altrincham
    Reading to Altrincham
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:15
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    15:17
    Reading
    Altrincham
    Reading to Altrincham
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:45
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    15:36
    Reading
    Altrincham
    Reading to Altrincham
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:15
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    16:17
    Reading
    Altrincham
    Reading to Altrincham
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:15
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    17:17
    Reading
    Altrincham
    Reading to Altrincham
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:15
    3 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    18:11
    Reading
    Altrincham
    Reading to Altrincham
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:45
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    18:36
    Reading
    Altrincham
    Reading to Altrincham
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:14
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    19:17
    Reading
    Altrincham
    Reading to Altrincham
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:43
    3 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    19:36
    Reading
    Altrincham
    Reading to Altrincham
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:15
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    20:17
    Reading
    Altrincham
    Reading to Altrincham
  • Mon 10th Jun
    17:15
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    21:17
    Reading
    Altrincham
    Reading to Altrincham
  • Mon 10th Jun
    18:15
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    22:17
    Reading
    Altrincham
    Reading to Altrincham
  • Mon 10th Jun
    19:15
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    23:18
    Reading
    Altrincham
    Reading to Altrincham
  • Mon 10th Jun
    20:15
    4 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    01:03
    Reading
    Altrincham
    Reading to Altrincham
  • Mon 10th Jun
    20:19
    10 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    06:57
    Reading
    Altrincham
    Reading to Altrincham

About Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
Address Reading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Altrincham Station

Station name Altrincham (ALT)
Address Altrincham station, Stamford New Road, Altrincham, Cheshire, WA14 1EN
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:40 - 20:20
Saturday 07:10 - 20:20
Sunday 09:20 - 16:50
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Reading and Altrincham

The travel time between Reading and Altrincham by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 53 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 51 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading and Altrincham vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

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Amenities on trains between Reading and Altrincham can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Reading & Altrincham. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Altrincham.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Reading and Altrincham, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.