How to get from Greater Manchester to Handforth by bus and train?

From Greater Manchester to Handforth by bus and train

To get from Greater Manchester to Handforth in North West, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 111 bus from Horton Road station to Wilbraham Road station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 150 bus and finally take the NORTHERN train from Levenshulme station to Handforth station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 57 min. The bus and train schedule from Greater Manchester may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Handforth on the Moovit app.

57min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 111111
Bus - 150150
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Handforth
Leaves from Horton Road

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Horton Road
    160 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 111111
    Wait for bus
    111
    Southern Cemetery Bus Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Wilbraham Road
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Yew Tree Road
    100 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 150150
    Wait for bus
    150
    Gorton Shopping Centre
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Levenshulme Station
    15 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Levenshulme
    30 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Alderley Edge
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Handforth
    16 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 Greater Manchester to Handforth

The distance between Greater Manchester, North West and Handforth, North West is approximately 15.93 km, which can typically be travelled in 57 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Greater Manchester 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 Greater Manchester to Handforth

To check the bus and train timetable from Greater Manchester to Handforth using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Greater Manchester) 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 Greater Manchester to Handforth?

    The fastest way takes 57 minutes, using Bus line 111, Bus line 150, Train line NORTHERN.

  • Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Handforth?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 57 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Greater Manchester to Handforth?

    The 111 bus line goes from Horton Road station near Greater Manchester in Manchester to Wilbraham Road station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Wilbraham Road station near Handforth in North West.

  • How long does it take to travel from Greater Manchester to Handforth by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Greater Manchester in Manchester and Handforth in North West by bus and train is about 57 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Greater Manchester to get to Handforth?

    Get on the 111 bus from the Horton Road stop near Greater Manchester in Manchester.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Greater Manchester and Handforth?

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

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