What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Handforth?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Handforth is to bus which costs £17 - £40 and takes 2h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Handforth?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Handforth is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Handforth?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham station to Handforth. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Coach Station and arriving at Stanley Road via Manchester Airport The Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Handforth?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Handforth. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Handforth via Stockport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Handforth?

The distance between Birmingham and Handforth is 81 miles. The road distance is 70.3 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Handforth without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Handforth without a car is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs £28 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Handforth?

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from Birmingham to Handforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Handforth bus from?

Birmingham to Handforth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Handforth train from?

Birmingham to Handforth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Handforth?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Handforth is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs £28 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £40 and takes 2h 18m.

Where does the Birmingham to Handforth bus arrive?

Birmingham to Handforth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Airport The Station.

Where does the Birmingham to Handforth train arrive?

Birmingham to Handforth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stockport station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Handforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Handforth is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Birmingham to Handforth.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham to Handforth?

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Where can I stay near Handforth?

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Birmingham to Handforth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 87 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Birmingham to Handforth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Stockporttrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
1h 48m
£28–58
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Airport The Stationbus 120 / ...
2h 18m
£17–38
Drive 69.9 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Handforthcar 69.9 mi
1h 29m
£18–25
Line 87 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Colmore Row to Smethwick Galton Bridge Stationbus 87
2. Take the train from Smethwick Galton Bridge to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Handforthtrain
3h 16m
£26–63

Birmingham to Handforth by train

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Distance: 80.2 mi
Duration: 1h 48m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Handforth, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Stockport hourly. Tickets cost £35–55 and the journey takes 1h 17m. Avanti West Coast also services this route once a week. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Airport The Station hourly. Tickets cost £15–40 and the journey takes 1h 45m.

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