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Leicester to Handforth Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Leicester to Handforth? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as DKK 535.7, with average prices for this route around DKK 535.7. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
14:20 3h 4m, 3 change Leicester	17:24 Styal	Find Tickets
15:20 2h 24m, 2 change Leicester	17:44 Handforth	Find Tickets
16:20 3h 4m, 3 change Leicester	19:24 Styal	Find Tickets
17:20 2h 24m, 2 change Leicester	19:44 Handforth	Find Tickets
18:06 2h 19m, 2 change Leicester	20:25 Handforth	Find Tickets
18:20 3h 4m, 3 change Leicester	21:24 Paris	Find Tickets

Leicester to Handforth Train Route Details

First train

10:20

Last train

23:59

Departure city

Leicester

Arrival city

Handforth

Journey time

2h 19m

Distance

68 miles

Price

DKK 535.7*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Leicester to Handforth

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Leicester to Handforth can result in significant cost savings.

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 Leicester to Handforth, 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 Leicester to Handforth 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 planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Leicester to Handforth train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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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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Leicester to Handforth Train prices and times

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