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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Handforth to Urmston
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£23
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£23
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
38 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
38 m
Trains on 18 Sept
13
Distance
14 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Handforth to Urmston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Handforth to Urmston will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
To travel from Handforth to Urmston you need to make at least one change.
6:400h38Handforth7:18Urmston£231One-way1 change- 9:390h39Handforth10:18Urmston£231One-way1 change
- 10:390h39Handforth11:18Urmston£231One-way1 change
- 11:390h39Handforth12:18Urmston£231One-way1 change
- 12:390h39Handforth13:18Urmston£231One-way1 change
- 6:400h38Handforth7:18Urmston£231One-way1 change
- 18:390h38Handforth19:17Urmston£231One-way1 change
- 19:390h38Handforth20:17Urmston£231One-way1 change
- 9:390h39Handforth10:18Urmston£231One-way1 change
- 10:390h39Handforth11:18Urmston£231One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Handforth to Urmston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Handforth to Urmston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £23, while a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 14 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£23 Average Price Cheapest | £3 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 6m Average total duration Fastest 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Urmston take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 9m.
Tickets start at around £23 compared to roughly £3 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-20.08. The journey takes 36m versus 25m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Handforth to Urmston train times
The table below shows live departures for Handforth to Urmston trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:16 Handforth | 1h02 | 10:18 Urmston | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
| 6:40 Handforth | 0h38 | 7:18 Urmston | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Handforth to Urmston
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Handforth to Urmston run on average 6 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:15, the last at 20:58. The fastest train covers the 14 km distance in 38m.
Distance 14 km |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 6:15 |
Last train 20:58 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Handforth to Urmston trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Handforth and Urmston from £23. 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 Urmston train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Handforth to Urmston 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 Urmston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Handforth and Urmston
Most Handforth to Urmston trains use the Handforth to Urmston station pair. Use this guide to compare Handforth and Urmston train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Handforth station do trains to Urmston leave from?
Getting to Handforth from Handforth city centre
Handforth train station facilities and services
Handforth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Handforth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Handforth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Handforth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Handforth: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Handforth: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Handforth: 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.
Which Urmston station do trains from Handforth arrive at?
Getting to Urmston from Urmston city centre
Urmston is 1 km from Urmston city centre. Public transport options include:
Urmston train station facilities and services
Urmston has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Urmston.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Urmston: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Urmston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Urmston: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Services towards Manchester : From Flixton Road, down a ramp (86 paces, average 1:15 slope) or down 20 steps to the left of the ticket office and onto the platform. Services towards Liverpool and Warrington : Level access onto the platform from the car park behind the old station building, or down 25 steps from the Station Road bridge, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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