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 Handforth, 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 47 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.

47min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 42A42A
Train - NORTHERN
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 Handforth
    Ride to train station
    Handforth
    13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Didsbury to Handforth

The distance between Didsbury and Handforth is approximately 15.23 km, which can typically be travelled in 47 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Didsbury to Handforth by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Handforth – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train timetable from Didsbury to Handforth

To check the bus and train timetable 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 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 Didsbury to Handforth?

    The fastest way takes 47 minutes, using Bus line 42A, 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 47 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Didsbury to Handforth?

    The 42A bus line goes from Didsbury Village station near Didsbury in Manchester to Heaton Chapel Station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Heaton Chapel Station near Handforth.

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

    The total travel time between Didsbury and Handforth by bus and train is about 47 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 Heaton Chapel Station, which is closest to Handforth.

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