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

The cheapest way to get from Handforth to Trafford is to drive which costs £2 - £5 and takes 15 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Handforth to Trafford is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs £28 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Handforth and Trafford?

No, there is no direct bus from Handforth to Trafford. However, there are services departing from Stanley Drive and arriving at Ashburton Road West via Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Handforth and Trafford?

No, there is no direct train from Handforth to Trafford. However, there are services departing from Handforth and arriving at Parkway via Piccadilly and Deansgate-Castlefield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 53 min.

How far is it from Handforth to Trafford?

The distance between Handforth and Trafford is 14 miles. The road distance is 11.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Handforth to Trafford without a car is to train and tram which takes 53 min and costs £7 - £18.

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

It takes approximately 53 min to get from Handforth to Trafford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Handforth to Trafford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Handforth to Trafford train from?

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

Where does the Handforth to Trafford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Handforth to Trafford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Handforth to Trafford?

Yes, the driving distance between Handforth to Trafford is 12 miles. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Handforth to Trafford.

Where can I stay near Trafford?

There are 3581+ hotels available in Trafford.

Handforth to Trafford - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, line 150 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Handforth to Trafford 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 Deansgate-Castlefield to ParkwayRed Line
53 min
£7–17
Drive 11.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Handforth to Trafford11.7 mi
15 min
£3–5
Train, line 150 bus
1. Take the train from Handforth to LevenshulmeCrewe - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Levenshulme Station to Park Way150
1h 4m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Handforth to Trafford11.7 mi
15 min
£28–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stanley Drive to Piccadilly Gardens42C
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Ashburton Road WestX50
1h 37m

Handforth to Trafford by train and tram

205Weekly Services

53 minAverage Duration

£7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 14.3 mi
Duration: 53 min

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

You can take a bus from Stanley Drive to Ashburton Road West via Piccadilly Gardens in around 1h 37m.

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