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

The cheapest way to get from Handforth to Prestwich is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 31 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Handforth to Prestwich is to taxi which takes 31 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Handforth and Prestwich?

No, there is no direct bus from Handforth to Prestwich. However, there are services departing from Stanley Drive and arriving at Polefield Hall Road via Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Handforth and Prestwich?

No, there is no direct train from Handforth to Prestwich. However, there are services departing from Handforth and arriving at Prestwich via Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from Handforth to Prestwich?

The distance between Handforth and Prestwich is 16 miles. The road distance is 14.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Handforth to Prestwich without a car is to train and tram which takes 52 min and costs £5 - £16.

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

It takes approximately 52 min to get from Handforth to Prestwich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Handforth to Prestwich bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Handforth to Prestwich train from?

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

Where does the Handforth to Prestwich bus arrive?

Handforth to Prestwich bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Piccadilly Gardens station.

Where does the Handforth to Prestwich train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Handforth to Prestwich?

Yes, the driving distance between Handforth to Prestwich is 15 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Handforth to Prestwich.

Where can I stay near Prestwich?

There are 3405+ hotels available in Prestwich.

Handforth to Prestwich - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, bus

There are 4 ways to get from Handforth to Prestwich 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
best
1. Take the train from Handforth to Manchester PiccadillyCrewe - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the tram from Piccadilly to PrestwichYellow Line
52 min
£5–16
Drive 14.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Handforth to Prestwich14.5 mi
31 min
£4–6
Bus, line 135 bus
1. Take the bus from Stanley Drive to Piccadilly Gardens42C
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Polefield Hall Road135
1h 33m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Handforth to Prestwich14.5 mi
31 min
£30–40

Handforth to Prestwich by train and tram

205Weekly Services

52 minAverage Duration

£5Cheapest Price

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Distance: 15.6 mi
Duration: 52 min

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

You can take a bus from Stanley Drive to Polefield Hall Road via Piccadilly Gardens in around 1h 33m.

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