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

The cheapest way to get from Eccles to Handforth is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 20 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Eccles to Handforth is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Eccles and Handforth?

No, there is no direct bus from Eccles to Handforth. However, there are services departing from Eccles Interchange and arriving at Frontline House via Charlotte Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Eccles and Handforth?

No, there is no direct train from Eccles to Handforth. However, there are services departing from Eccles (Manchester) and arriving at Handforth via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 58 min.

How far is it from Eccles to Handforth?

The distance between Eccles and Handforth is 15 miles. The road distance is 13.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Eccles to Handforth without a car is to train which takes 58 min and costs £4 - £13.

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

It takes approximately 58 min to get from Eccles to Handforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eccles to Handforth bus from?

Eccles to Handforth bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Eccles Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Eccles to Handforth train from?

Eccles to Handforth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Eccles (Manchester) station.

Train or bus from Eccles to Handforth?

The best way to get from Eccles to Handforth is to train which takes 58 min and costs £4 - £13. Alternatively, you can line 33 bus and bus, which costs and takes 2h 6m.

Where does the Eccles to Handforth bus arrive?

Eccles to Handforth bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Charlotte Street station.

Where does the Eccles to Handforth train arrive?

Eccles to Handforth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Eccles to Handforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Eccles to Handforth is 13 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Eccles to Handforth.

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

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Where can I stay near Handforth?

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Eccles to Handforth - 5 ways to travel via train, line 33 bus, bus, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Eccles to Handforth by train, bus, taxi, car, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Eccles (Manchester) to Manchester PiccadillyLiverpool Lime Street - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to HandforthManchester Piccadilly - Crewe / ...
58 min
£4–13
Line 33 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Eccles Interchange to Charlotte Street33
2. Take the bus from Charlotte Street to Frontline House42C
2h 6m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Eccles to Handforth13 mi
20 min
£30–40
Drive 13 mi
1. Drive from Eccles to Handforth13 mi
20 min
£4–5
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from Eccles to PiccadillyBlue Line
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to HandforthManchester Piccadilly - Crewe / ...
1h 18m
£4–10

Eccles to Handforth by train

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Distance: 14.8 mi
Duration: 58 min

What companies run services between Eccles, Salford, England and Handforth, England?

You can take a train from Eccles (Manchester) to Handforth via Manchester Piccadilly in around 58 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Eccles Interchange to Frontline House via Charlotte Street in around 2h 6m.

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