How to get from Altrincham to Handforth by light rail and train?

From Altrincham to Handforth by light rail and train

To get from Altrincham to Handforth in North West, take the PURPLE LINE light rail from Altrincham (Manchester Metrolink) station to Piccadilly (Manchester Metrolink) station. Next, take the NORTHERN train from Manchester Piccadilly station to Handforth station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 19 min.

79min
Walk to light rail station
Light rail - PURPLE LINEPURPLE LINE
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)
    230 m • 3 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 (Manchester Metrolink)
    33 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Manchester Piccadilly
    260 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Crewe
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Handforth
    18 min
  • 7
    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 31.59 km, which can typically be travelled in 79 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Altrincham to Handforth by light rail 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 Altrincham

Altrincham is located at Altrincham, North West and the nearest public transport station is Stamford Way (Stop A).

Bus stations close to Altrincham:

  • Stamford Way (Stop A)
  • Station House (Stop B)
  • Altrincham

Public transport stations close to Handforth, North West

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

Train stations close to Handforth:

  • Styal

Bus stations close to Handforth:

  • Paddock North
  • Paddock South
  • Clinic

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 79 minutes, using Bus line PURPLE LINE, Bus line NORTHERN.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one light rail line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 19 min.

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

    The PURPLE LINE light rail line goes from Altrincham (Manchester Metrolink) station near Altrincham to Etihad Campus (Manchester Metrolink) station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Etihad Campus (Manchester Metrolink) station near Handforth in North West

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

    The total travel time between Altrincham and Handforth in North West by light rail and train is about 1 hr 19 min.

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

    Get on the PURPLE LINE light rail from the Altrincham (Manchester Metrolink) station near Altrincham in North West.

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

    Get off the light rail at the Etihad Campus (Manchester Metrolink) station, which is closest to Handforth in North West.