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

The cheapest way to get from Handforth to Altrincham is to line 731 bus which costs £2 and takes 42 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Handforth to Altrincham is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs £18 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Handforth and Altrincham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Stanley Drive and arriving at The Old Hall. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

Is there a direct train between Handforth and Altrincham?

No, there is no direct train from Handforth to Altrincham. However, there are services departing from Handforth and arriving at Altrincham via Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 4m.

How far is it from Handforth to Altrincham?

The distance between Handforth and Altrincham is 8 miles. The road distance is 7.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Handforth to Altrincham without a car is to line 731 bus which takes 42 min and costs £2.

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

The line 731 bus from Stanley Drive to The Old Hall takes 42 min including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Handforth to Altrincham bus from?

Handforth to Altrincham bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Stanley Drive station.

Where do I catch the Handforth to Altrincham train from?

Handforth to Altrincham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Handforth station.

Train or bus from Handforth to Altrincham?

The best way to get from Handforth to Altrincham is to line 731 bus which takes 42 min and costs £2. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £4 - £11 and takes 1h 5m.

Where does the Handforth to Altrincham bus arrive?

Handforth to Altrincham bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at The Old Hall station.

Where does the Handforth to Altrincham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Handforth to Altrincham?

Yes, the driving distance between Handforth to Altrincham is 7 miles. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Handforth to Altrincham.

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

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Handforth to Altrincham - 6 ways to travel via train, line 731 bus, and tram

There are 6 ways to get from Handforth to Altrincham by bus, train, tram, taxi, or car

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Line 731 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Stanley Drive to The Old Hallbus 731
42 min
£2
Train, tram
1. Take the train from Handforth to Manchester Piccadillytrain Crewe - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the tram from Piccadilly to Altrinchamtram Purple Line
1h 4m
£6–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Handforth to Altrinchamtaxi 7.4 mi
13 min
£18–22
Drive 7.4 mi
1. Drive from Handforth to Altrinchamcar 7.4 mi
13 min
£2–3
Train
1. Take the train from Handforth to Stockporttrain Crewe - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stockport to Altrinchamtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Chester / ...
1h 5m
£5–10
Line 11 bus
1. Take the bus from Stockport Interchange to Altrincham Interchangebus 11 / ...
2h 4m
£4–5

Handforth to Altrincham by bus

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42 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 8.3 mi
Duration: 42 min

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

Bee Network operates a bus from Stanley Drive to The Old Hall 5 times a week. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 42 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Handforth to Altrincham via Stockport in around 1h 5m.

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