What is the cheapest way to get from Bristol Temple Meads to Handforth?

The cheapest way to get from Bristol Temple Meads to Handforth is to bus which costs £15 - £45 and takes 5h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bristol Temple Meads to Handforth?

The fastest way to get from Bristol Temple Meads to Handforth is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol Temple Meads and Handforth?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol Temple Meads to Handforth. However, there are services departing from Temple Meads Stn and arriving at Pointing Dog via Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Manchester Airport The Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol Temple Meads and Handforth?

No, there is no direct train from Bristol Temple Meads to Handforth. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Handforth via Stockport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Bristol Temple Meads to Handforth?

The distance between Bristol Temple Meads and Handforth is 171 miles. The road distance is 153.5 miles.

How do I travel from Bristol Temple Meads to Handforth without a car?

The best way to get from Bristol Temple Meads to Handforth without a car is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs £40 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Bristol Temple Meads to Handforth?

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Bristol Temple Meads to Handforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol Temple Meads to Handforth bus from?

Bristol Temple Meads to Handforth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bristol Temple Meads to Handforth train from?

Bristol Temple Meads to Handforth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train, bus or fly from Bristol Temple Meads to Handforth?

The best way to get from Bristol Temple Meads to Handforth is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs £40 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £45 and takes 5h 14m, you could also fly, which costs £75 - £170 and takes 5h 35m.

Where does the Bristol Temple Meads to Handforth bus arrive?

Bristol Temple Meads to Handforth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

What is the time difference between Bristol Temple Meads and Handforth?

Handforth is 1h behind Bristol Temple Meads. It is currently 6:57 PM in Bristol Temple Meads and 5:57 PM in Handforth.

Where does the Bristol Temple Meads to Handforth train arrive?

Bristol Temple Meads to Handforth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stockport station.

Can I drive from Bristol Temple Meads to Handforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol Temple Meads to Handforth is 153 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Bristol Temple Meads to Handforth.

How do I get a train ticket from Bristol Temple Meads to Handforth?

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Where can I stay near Handforth?

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Bristol Temple Meads to Handforth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Bristol Temple Meads to Handforth by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to StockportBristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 21m
£45–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Airport The Station120 / ...
5h 14m
£16–43
Drive 152.6 mi
1. Drive from Bristol Temple Meads to Handforth152.6 mi
2h 45m
£38–55
Fly
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Manchester Airport (MAN)BRS - MAN
5h 35m
£75–168
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Queensway Q1Uk910 / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to WilmslowCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 54m
£63–94

Bristol Temple Meads to Handforth by train

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Distance: 169.6 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

What companies run services between Bristol Temple Meads, England and Handforth, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Stockport every 3 hours. Tickets cost £40–130 and the journey takes 2h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Bristol Temple Meads to Pointing Dog via Temple Meads Stn, Union Street, Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Manchester Airport The Station in around 5h 14m.

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