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Edinburgh to Handforth Train Route Details

First train
First train
08:52
Last train
Last train
21:11
Departure city
Departure city
Edinburgh
Arrival city
Arrival city
Handforth
Journey time
Journey time
3h 47m
Distance
Distance
185 miles
Price
Price
€18.62*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, Northern, ScotRail

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06:12
3h 48m, 1 change
Waverley
10:00
Handforth
TransPennine ExpressNorthern
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06:52
3h 47m, 2 change
Waverley
10:39
Handforth
Avanti West Coast
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06:52
3h 52m, 1 change
Waverley
10:44
Styal
Avanti West CoastNorthern
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06:52
4h 24m, 1 change
Waverley
11:16
Handforth
Avanti West CoastNorthern
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08:12
3h 48m, 1 change
Waverley
12:00
Handforth
TransPennine ExpressNorthern
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08:52
3h 47m, 2 change
Waverley
12:39
Paris
Avanti West Coast
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Typical ticket prices between Edinburgh and Handforth are around €18.62, though selecting Off-Peak or Advance fares can make your trip even more budget-friendly. Explore the options below to secure the price that suits you best!

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Thu26Mar
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Fri27Mar
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