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Handforth to Birmingham Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Handforth to Birmingham? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as $18.91, with average prices for this route around $28.43.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
13:28 1h 52m, 1 change Handforth	15:20 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
13:39 1h 54m, 1 change Handforth	15:33 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
14:00 1h 33m, 2 change Handforth	15:33 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
14:05 1h 43m, 1 change Styal	15:48 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
14:16 1h 40m, 1 change Handforth	15:56 Birmingham New Street	Find Tickets
14:28 1h 52m, 1 change Handforth	16:20 Paris	Find Tickets

Handforth to Birmingham Train Route Details

First train

05:55

Last train

23:58

Departure city

Handforth

Arrival city

Birmingham

Journey time

1h 26m

Distance

62 miles

Price

$18.91*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Handforth to Birmingham

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Handforth to Birmingham during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing off-peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Handforth to Birmingham, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Handforth to Birmingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Handforth to Birmingham train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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Handforth to Birmingham Train prices and times

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