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Handforth to Manchester Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Handforth to Manchester? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €2.40, with average prices for this route around €2.40. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
15:39 23m, Direct Handforth	16:02 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
16:16 24m, Direct Handforth	16:40 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
16:39 23m, Direct Handforth	17:02 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
17:16 24m, Direct Handforth	17:40 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
17:39 23m, Direct Handforth	18:02 Manchester Piccadilly	Find Tickets
18:16 24m, Direct Handforth	18:40 Paris	Find Tickets

Handforth to Manchester Train Route Details

First train

06:15

Last train

23:42

Departure station

Handforth

Arrival city

Manchester

Journey time

23m

Distance

10 miles

Price

€2.40*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Handforth to Manchester

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Handforth to Manchester. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Handforth to Manchester, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Handforth to Manchester ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Handforth to Manchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Handforth to Manchester 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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