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 46 min.

46min
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
    60 m • 1 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

Alternative route from Didsbury to Handforth by bus and train via 142, NORTHERN and NORTHERN

To get from Didsbury to Handforth in Handforth, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 142 bus from Didsbury Village station to East Didsbury Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NORTHERN train and finally take the NORTHERN train from Manchester Piccadilly station to Handforth station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 59 min.

59min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 142142
Train - NORTHERN
Train - NORTHERN
Leaves from Didsbury Village

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Didsbury Village
    60 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 142142
    Wait for bus
    142
    Parrs Wood
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    East Didsbury Station
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    East Didsbury
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Manchester Piccadilly
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Manchester Piccadilly
    12 min
  • 7
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Alderley Edge
  • 8
    Ride to train station Handforth
    Ride to train station
    Handforth
    22 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Didsbury to Handforth

The distance between Didsbury, Handforth and Handforth, Handforth is approximately 15.02 km, which can typically be travelled in 46 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.

Public transport stations close to Didsbury

Didsbury is located at Wilmslow Road, Handforth and the nearest public transport station is Didsbury Village.

Bus stations close to Didsbury:

  • Didsbury Village
  • Didsbury Library
  • Grange Lane

Public transport stations close to Handforth, Handforth

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

Train stations close to Handforth:

  • Wilmslow

Bus stations close to Handforth:

  • Paddock South
  • Paddock North
  • Clinic

Related Routes

Alternative route from Didsbury to Handforth by bus and train via 142, NORTHERN and NORTHERN

To get from Didsbury to Handforth in Handforth, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 142 bus from Didsbury Village station to East Didsbury Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NORTHERN train and finally take the NORTHERN train from Manchester Piccadilly station to Handforth station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 59 min.

59min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 142142
Train - NORTHERN
Train - NORTHERN
Leaves from Didsbury Village

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Didsbury Village
    60 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 142142
    Wait for bus
    142
    Parrs Wood
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    East Didsbury Station
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    East Didsbury
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Manchester Piccadilly
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Manchester Piccadilly
    12 min
  • 7
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Alderley Edge
  • 8
    Ride to train station Handforth
    Ride to train station
    Handforth
    22 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 46 minutes, using Bus line 42A, Train line NORTHERN.

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

    The alternative route takes 59 minutes, using Bus line 142, Train line NORTHERN, 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 46 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 Handforth.

  • 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 Handforth by bus and train is about 46 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 Handforth.

  • When is the last train from Didsbury to Handforth?

    The last train from Didsbury in Manchester to Handforth in Handforth is the Northern line. It leaves the East Didsbury station at 23:42.

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