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

From Altrincham to Handforth by bus and train

To get from Altrincham to Handforth in North West, take the 11 bus from Altrincham Interchange station to Grand Central station. Next, take the NORTHERN train from Stockport station to Handforth station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 9 min. The bus and train schedule from Altrincham may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Handforth on the Moovit app.

129min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1111
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Handforth
Leaves from Altrincham Interchange

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Altrincham Interchange
    70 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1111
    Wait for bus
    11
    Stockport Interchange
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Grand Central
    71 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Stockport
    260 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Crewe
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Handforth
    8 min
  • 7
    Walk to Handforth
    Walk to
    Handforth
    110 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Altrincham to Handforth by bus, light rail and train

To get from Altrincham to Handforth in North West, you’ll need to take one light rail line, one bus line and one train line: take the PURPLE LINE light rail from Altrincham (Manchester Metrolink) station to Piccadilly Gardens (Manchester Metrolink) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 42B bus and finally take the NORTHERN train from Cheadle Hulme station to Handforth station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 14 min. The bus and train schedule from Altrincham may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Handforth on the Moovit app.

134min
Walk to light rail station
Light rail - PURPLE LINEPURPLE LINE
Bus - 42B42B
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Handforth
Leaves from Altrincham (Manchester Metrolink)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Altrincham (Manchester Metrolink)
    130 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Light rail - PURPLE LINEPURPLE LINE
    Wait for light rail
    PURPLE LINE
    Etihad Campus (Manchester Metrolink)
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Piccadilly Gardens (Manchester Metrolink)
    30 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Piccadilly Gardens
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 42B42B
    Wait for bus
    42B
    Davenport Arms
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cheadle Hulme Station
    47 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Cheadle Hulme
    80 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Crewe
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Handforth
    4 min
  • 10
    Walk to Handforth
    Walk to
    Handforth
    110 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Altrincham to Handforth

The distance between Altrincham, North West and Handforth, North West is approximately 32.64 km, which can typically be travelled in 129 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Altrincham to Handforth by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in North West – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Altrincham to Handforth

To check the bus and train schedule from Altrincham to Handforth using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Altrincham) and destination (Handforth), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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From Altrincham to Handforth by bus, light rail and train

To get from Altrincham to Handforth in North West, you’ll need to take one light rail line, one bus line and one train line: take the PURPLE LINE light rail from Altrincham (Manchester Metrolink) station to Piccadilly Gardens (Manchester Metrolink) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 42B bus and finally take the NORTHERN train from Cheadle Hulme station to Handforth station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 14 min. The bus and train schedule from Altrincham may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Handforth on the Moovit app.

134min
Walk to light rail station
Light rail - PURPLE LINEPURPLE LINE
Bus - 42B42B
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Handforth
Leaves from Altrincham (Manchester Metrolink)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Altrincham (Manchester Metrolink)
    130 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Light rail - PURPLE LINEPURPLE LINE
    Wait for light rail
    PURPLE LINE
    Etihad Campus (Manchester Metrolink)
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Piccadilly Gardens (Manchester Metrolink)
    30 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Piccadilly Gardens
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 42B42B
    Wait for bus
    42B
    Davenport Arms
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cheadle Hulme Station
    47 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Cheadle Hulme
    80 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Crewe
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Handforth
    4 min
  • 10
    Walk to Handforth
    Walk to
    Handforth
    110 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Altrincham to Handforth?

    The fastest way takes 129 minutes, using Bus line 11, Train line NORTHERN.

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

    The alternative route takes 134 minutes, using Light Rail line PURPLE LINE, Bus line 42B, Train line NORTHERN.

  • Is there a direct bus between Altrincham and Handforth in North West?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 9 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Altrincham to Handforth in North West?

    The 11 bus line goes from Altrincham Interchange station near Altrincham to Grand Central station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Grand Central station near Handforth in North West.

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

    The total travel time between Altrincham and Handforth in North West by bus and train is about 2 hr 9 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Altrincham to get to Handforth in North West?

    Get on the 11 bus from the Altrincham Interchange stop near Altrincham in North West.

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

    Get off the bus at the Grand Central station, which is closest to Handforth in North West.

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