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

From Didsbury to Handforth by bus and train

To get from Didsbury to Handforth in North West, take the 42A bus from Didsbury Village station to Heaton Chapel Station station. Next, take the NORTHERN train from Heaton Chapel station to Handforth station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 50 min. The bus and train schedule from Didsbury may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Handforth on the Moovit app.

50min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 42A42A
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Handforth
Leaves from Didsbury Village

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Didsbury Village
    260 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 42A42A
    Wait for bus
    42A
    Thornley Lane
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Heaton Chapel Station
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Heaton Chapel
    20 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Alderley Edge
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Handforth
    13 min
  • 7
    Walk to Handforth
    Walk to
    Handforth
    110 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Didsbury to Handforth by bus and train via 23 and NORTHERN

To get from Didsbury to Handforth in North West, take the 23 bus from Didsbury Village station to Stockport Interchange station. Next, take the NORTHERN train from Stockport station to Handforth station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 45 min. The bus and train schedule from Didsbury may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Handforth on the Moovit app.

45min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2323
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Handforth
Leaves from Didsbury Village

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Didsbury Village
    260 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2323
    Wait for bus
    23
    Stockport Interchange
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Stockport Interchange
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Stockport
    420 m • 6 min
  • 5
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Alderley Edge
  • 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
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Public transport directions from Didsbury to Handforth

The distance between Didsbury, North West and Handforth, North West is approximately 15.34 km, which can typically be travelled in 50 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Didsbury 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 Didsbury to Handforth

To check the bus and train schedule from Didsbury to Handforth using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Didsbury) 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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Alternative route from Didsbury to Handforth by bus and train via 23 and NORTHERN

To get from Didsbury to Handforth in North West, take the 23 bus from Didsbury Village station to Stockport Interchange station. Next, take the NORTHERN train from Stockport station to Handforth station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 45 min. The bus and train schedule from Didsbury may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Handforth on the Moovit app.

45min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2323
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Handforth
Leaves from Didsbury Village

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Didsbury Village
    260 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2323
    Wait for bus
    23
    Stockport Interchange
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Stockport Interchange
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Stockport
    420 m • 6 min
  • 5
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Alderley Edge
  • 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

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 50 minutes, using Bus line 42A, Train line NORTHERN.

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

    The alternative route takes 45 minutes, using Bus line 23, Train line NORTHERN.

  • Is there a direct bus between Didsbury and Handforth?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 50 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Didsbury to Handforth?

    The 42A bus line goes from Didsbury Village station near Didsbury in Manchester to Thornley Lane station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Thornley Lane station near Handforth in North West.

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

    The total travel time between Didsbury in Manchester and Handforth in North West by bus and train is about 50 min.

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

    Get on the 42A bus from the Didsbury Village stop near Didsbury in Manchester.

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

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

  • When is the first bus from Didsbury to Handforth?

    The first bus from Didsbury in Manchester to Handforth in North West is Manchester - Handforth. It leaves the Didsbury Village stop at 08:37.

  • When is the last train from Didsbury to Handforth?

    The last train from Didsbury in Manchester to Handforth in North West is the Northern line. It leaves the East Didsbury station at 00:53.

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