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

The cheapest way to get from Handforth to Irlam is to drive which costs £4 - £6 and takes 21 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Handforth to Irlam is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Handforth and Irlam?

No, there is no direct bus from Handforth to Irlam. However, there are services departing from Stanley Drive and arriving at Lathom Road via East Didsbury Metrolink Stop and The Trafford Centre Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Handforth and Irlam?

No, there is no direct train from Handforth to Irlam. However, there are services departing from Handforth and arriving at Irlam via Stockport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Handforth to Irlam?

The distance between Handforth and Irlam is 21 miles. The road distance is 15.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Handforth to Irlam without a car is to train and tram and line 67 bus which takes 1h 27m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 27m to get from Handforth to Irlam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Handforth to Irlam bus from?

Handforth to Irlam bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from East Didsbury Metrolink Stop station.

Where do I catch the Handforth to Irlam train from?

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

Train or bus from Handforth to Irlam?

The best way to get from Handforth to Irlam is to line 23 bus and line 100 bus which takes 1h 49m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £13 - £29 and takes 1h 38m.

Where does the Handforth to Irlam bus arrive?

Handforth to Irlam bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at The Trafford Centre Bus Station.

Where does the Handforth to Irlam train arrive?

Handforth to Irlam train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Stockport station.

Can I drive from Handforth to Irlam?

Yes, the driving distance between Handforth to Irlam is 16 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Handforth to Irlam.

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

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Where can I stay near Irlam?

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Handforth to Irlam - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, and line 67 bus

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

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

Train, tram, line 67 bus
best
1. Take the train from Handforth to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the tram from Piccadilly to Eccles
3. Take the bus from Eccles Interchange to Lathom Road100 / ...
1h 27m
Drive 15.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Handforth to Irlam15.8 mi
21 min
£4–6
Line 23 bus, line 100 bus
1. Take the bus from East Didsbury Metrolink Stop to The Trafford Centre Bus Station23
2. Take the bus from The Trafford Centre Bus Station to Lathom Road100
1h 49m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Handforth to Irlam15.8 mi
21 min
£35–45
Train
1. Take the train from Handforth to StockportCrewe - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stockport to IrlamCleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
1h 38m
£14–28

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 20.4 mi
Duration: 1h 27m

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

You can take a bus from Stanley Drive to Lathom Road via Parrs Wood, East Didsbury Metrolink Stop, and The Trafford Centre Bus Station in around 1h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Handforth to Irlam via Stockport in around 1h 38m.

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