The cheapest and fastest trains from Handforth to Alderley Edge
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
5 m
Average duration
5 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
5 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Handforth to Alderley Edge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Handforth to Alderley Edge will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Of the 16 trains that leave Handforth for Alderley Edge every day 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 5 km distance in an average of 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
6:290h05Handforth6:34Alderley Edge£51One-way0 changes
7:030h07Handforth7:10Alderley Edge£51One-way0 changes
7:290h05Handforth7:34Alderley Edge£51One-way0 changes
8:010h07Handforth8:08Alderley Edge£51One-way0 changes
8:280h05Handforth8:33Alderley Edge£51One-way0 changes
6:290h05Handforth6:34Alderley Edge£51One-way0 changes
7:290h05Handforth7:34Alderley Edge£51One-way0 changes
8:280h05Handforth8:33Alderley Edge£51One-way0 changes
9:280h05Handforth9:33Alderley Edge£51One-way0 changes
10:280h05Handforth10:33Alderley Edge£51One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Handforth to Alderley Edge
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Handforth to Alderley Edge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, and a coach costs an average of £6.
Distance: 5 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£5 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price |
36m Average total duration Fastest 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m Average total duration 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Handforth to Alderley Edge train times
The table below shows live departures for Handforth to Alderley Edge trains for tomorrow, Thursday 25 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:29 Handforth | 0h05 | 6:34 Alderley Edge | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:03 Handforth | 0h07 | 7:10 Alderley Edge | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:29 Handforth | 0h05 | 7:34 Alderley Edge | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:01 Handforth | 0h07 | 8:08 Alderley Edge | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:28 Handforth | 0h05 | 8:33 Alderley Edge | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:00 Handforth | 0h07 | 9:07 Alderley Edge | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:28 Handforth | 0h05 | 9:33 Alderley Edge | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:00 Handforth | 0h07 | 10:07 Alderley Edge | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:28 Handforth | 0h05 | 10:33 Alderley Edge | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:00 Handforth | 0h07 | 11:07 Alderley Edge | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:28 Handforth | 0h05 | 11:33 Alderley Edge | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:00 Handforth | 0h07 | 12:07 Alderley Edge | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:28 Handforth | 0h05 | 12:33 Alderley Edge | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:00 Handforth | 0h07 | 13:07 Alderley Edge | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:28 Handforth | 0h05 | 13:33 Alderley Edge | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:00 Handforth | 0h07 | 14:07 Alderley Edge | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Handforth to Alderley Edge
Trains from Handforth to Alderley Edge run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:09, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 5 km distance in 6m.
Distance 5 km |
Average train duration 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 6m |
First train 6:09 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Handforth to Alderley Edge trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Handforth and Alderley Edge from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Handforth to Alderley Edge train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Handforth to Alderley Edge by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Alderley Edge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Handforth and Alderley Edge
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 13:00 Saturday 07:30 - 14:00 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C Station, Access to both platforms via separate flight of stairs from forecourt on road overbridge
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement tranport towards Alderley Edge/Crewe will call at the stop on Wilslow Road outside the Health Centre. Replacement transport for Stockport will call at the stop on Wilmslow Road outside the library.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday Closed Saturday 07:30 - 14:00 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B Station, Scooter Friendly Station - Separate level access from car park to Crewe platform and from station drive to ticket office and Manchester platform. A stepped footbridge links the two platforms. Anti-slip treads added to footbridge steps and deck in 2018
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: contact Customer Relations 08002006060
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop on London Rd
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