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Handforth to Edinburgh Train Route Details

First train
08:30

Last train
23:38

Journey time
3h 54m

Distance
185 miles

Price
DKK 248.04*
What are the next train times from Handforth to Edinburgh?
Explore all upcoming journeys from Handforth to Edinburgh happening today, including departure and arrival times, whether it's a direct service, travel duration, and who will be providing your route - everything you need to know for catching the train today
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
12:18 Handforth | 16:20 Edinburgh (Waverley) | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
12:28 Styal | 17:15 Edinburgh (Waverley) | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
13:23 Handforth | 17:43 Edinburgh (Waverley) | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
13:24 Styal | 17:43 Edinburgh (Waverley) | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
14:24 Handforth | 18:20 Edinburgh (Waverley) | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
15:43 Handforth | 19:39 Paris | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Handforth to Edinburgh

Split Tickets discount
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Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
Save money on your journeys by choosing from a variety of Railcards, most of which give you 1/3 off standard fares. Options include the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, plus the 16-17 Saver which offers 50% off. You can buy and store them digitally in your Trip.com app, so big savings are always just a tap away.

Travel during Off-Peak train times
We'd strongly suggest avoiding rush hour crowds by traveling on Off-Peak services, often leading to a cheaper and more peaceful journey. Exact timings vary between providers, but in general, skip traveling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. Off-Peak rates are available all day on weekends and bank holidays.

Book in advance
Booking Advance tickets at least 1 week before departure can reduce your fare by up to 61% on routes from Handforth to Edinburgh. Advance fares are usually released 12 weeks prior to travel and exclude Anytime fares, with savings depending on route availability.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?

Advance train tickets
Available up to 12 weeks before the journey, these are generally the most cost-effective option for cost-conscious travelers

Flexi Season tickets
Flexi Season tickets combine flexibility with value, letting you travel on any 8 days within a 28-day period. It's an ideal choice if you don't commute every day but want discounted fares.

First Class tickets
First Class tickets give you a more comfortable ride, with larger seats, extra legroom, and access to premium amenities such as refreshments or quieter carriages on many routes

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Allow for cheaper and more flexible travel when avoiding weekday rush hour times
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.












