How to get from Old Trafford to Handforth by bus and train?

Old Trafford to Handforth - Bus Timetable

The 250 bus from Old Trafford to Handforth runs from 00:25 to 23:45, with departures every 5 min-5 hr 30 min. The journey takes about 1 hr 12 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Old Trafford to Handforth by bus and train

To get from Old Trafford to Handforth in North West, take the 250 bus from Sir Matt Busby Way station to Piccadilly Gardens station. Next, take the NORTHERN train from Manchester Piccadilly station to Handforth station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 12 min. The bus and train schedule from Old Trafford may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Handforth on the Moovit app.

72min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 250250
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Handforth
Leaves from Sir Matt Busby Way

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sir Matt Busby Way
    280 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 250250
    Wait for bus
    250
    Piccadilly Gardens
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Piccadilly Gardens
    26 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Manchester Piccadilly
    380 m • 5 min
  • 5
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Crewe
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Handforth
    22 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 Old Trafford to Handforth

The distance between Old Trafford, North West and Handforth, North West is approximately 23.4 km, which can typically be travelled in 72 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Old Trafford 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 timetable from Old Trafford to Handforth

To check the bus and train timetable from Old Trafford to Handforth using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Old Trafford) 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 journey and stay up to date with the latest bus and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Old Trafford to Handforth?

    The fastest way takes 72 minutes, using Bus line 250, Train line NORTHERN.

  • Is there a direct bus between Old Trafford and Handforth?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 12 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Old Trafford to Handforth?

    The 250 bus line goes from Sir Matt Busby Way station near Old Trafford in Trafford Bar to Piccadilly Gardens station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Piccadilly Gardens station near Handforth in North West.

  • How long does it take to travel from Old Trafford to Handforth by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Old Trafford in Trafford Bar and Handforth in North West by bus and train is about 1 hr 12 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Old Trafford to get to Handforth?

    Get on the 250 bus from the Sir Matt Busby Way stop near Old Trafford in Trafford Bar.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Old Trafford and Handforth?

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

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