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How to get from Handforth to Arkholme by bus and train?

From Handforth to Arkholme by bus and train

To get from Handforth to Arkholme in North West, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the NORTHERN train from Handforth station to Crewe station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the AVANTI WEST COAST train and finally take the 81 bus from Lancaster station to Swimming Pool station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 34 min.

214min
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Train - AVANTI WEST COAST
Bus - 8181
Walk to Arkholme
Leaves from Handforth
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Handforth
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Crewe
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Crewe
    30 min
  • 4
    Train - AVANTI WEST COASTAVANTI WEST COAST
    Wait for train
    AVANTI WEST COAST
    Edinburgh
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lancaster
    59 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lancaster
    810 yd • 10 min
  • 7
    Bus - 8181
    Wait for bus
    81
    Kirkby Lonsdale
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Swimming Pool
    36 min
  • 9
    Walk to Arkholme
    Walk to
    Arkholme
    2.31 mi • 47 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Handforth to Arkholme by bus and train via NORTHERN, TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS and 81

To get from Handforth to Arkholme in North West, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the NORTHERN train from Handforth station to Manchester Piccadilly station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS train and finally take the 81 bus from Lancaster station to Swimming Pool station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 46 min.

226min
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
Bus - 8181
Walk to Arkholme
Leaves from Handforth
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Handforth
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Manchester Piccadilly
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Manchester Piccadilly
    26 min
  • 4
    Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESSTRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Glasgow Central
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lancaster
    60 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lancaster
    810 yd • 10 min
  • 7
    Bus - 8181
    Wait for bus
    81
    Kirkby Lonsdale
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Swimming Pool
    36 min
  • 9
    Walk to Arkholme
    Walk to
    Arkholme
    2.31 mi • 47 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Handforth to Arkholme
The distance between Handforth, North West and Arkholme, North West is approximately 111.64 mi, which can typically be travelled in 214 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Handforth to Arkholme by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in North West – you will always have plenty of easy options.
Public transport stations close to Handforth

Handforth is located at Handforth, North West and the nearest public transport station is Clinic.

Train stations close to Handforth:

  • Styal

Bus stations close to Handforth:

  • Clinic
  • Handforth
  • Paddock South
Public transport stations close to Arkholme, North West

Arkholme is located at Arkholme, North West and the nearest public transport station is Bay Horse.

Train stations close to Arkholme:

  • Wennington

Bus stations close to Arkholme:

  • Bay Horse
  • Village Hall
  • Methodist Church

Alternative route from Handforth to Arkholme by bus and train via NORTHERN, TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS and 81

To get from Handforth to Arkholme in North West, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the NORTHERN train from Handforth station to Manchester Piccadilly station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS train and finally take the 81 bus from Lancaster station to Swimming Pool station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 46 min.

226min
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
Bus - 8181
Walk to Arkholme
Leaves from Handforth
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Handforth
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Manchester Piccadilly
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Manchester Piccadilly
    26 min
  • 4
    Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESSTRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Glasgow Central
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lancaster
    60 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lancaster
    810 yd • 10 min
  • 7
    Bus - 8181
    Wait for bus
    81
    Kirkby Lonsdale
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Swimming Pool
    36 min
  • 9
    Walk to Arkholme
    Walk to
    Arkholme
    2.31 mi • 47 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
Questions & Answers
  • What is the fastest way to get from Handforth to Arkholme?

    The fastest way takes 214 minutes, using Bus line NORTHERN, Bus line AVANTI WEST COAST, Bus line 81.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Handforth to Arkholme?

    The alternative route takes 226 minutes, using Bus line NORTHERN, Bus line TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS, Bus line 81.

  • Is there a direct train between Handforth and Arkholme in North West?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 34 min.

  • Which train line goes from Handforth to Arkholme in North West?

    The NORTHERN train line goes from Handforth station near Handforth to Crewe station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Crewe station near Arkholme in North West

  • How long does it take to travel from Handforth to Arkholme in North West by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Handforth and Arkholme in North West by train and bus is about 3 hr 34 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Handforth to get to Arkholme in North West?

    Get on the NORTHERN train from the Handforth station near Handforth in North West.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Handforth and Arkholme in North West?

    Get off the train at the Crewe stop, which is closest to Arkholme in North West.

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