London to Handforth train with Avanti West Coast

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Handforth

Showing times and prices for 06 Dec

Cheapest price

£40

Average price

£60

Fastest journey

2 h 6 m

Average duration

2 h 58 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

249 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Handforth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London to Handforth will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave London for Handforth every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 249 km distance in an average of 2 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 6 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 37 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.

Avanti West Coast
05:282h41
London
08:09Handforth
£401One-way
0 changes
Avanti West Coast
06:332h06
London
08:39Handforth
£401One-way
0 changes
Avanti West Coast
04:553h21
London
08:16Handforth
£441One-way
0 changes
Avanti West Coast
10:332h06
London
12:39Handforth
£871One-way
0 changes
West Midlands Trains
04:394h37
London
09:16Handforth
£901One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for London to Handforth

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Handforth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £40.

Distance: 249 km

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Coach
Flight

£118

Average Price

£34

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Cheapest

£71

Average Price

2h 30m

Average total duration

2h 0m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 48m

Average total duration

4h 18m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 0m

Average total duration

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1h 0m

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3h 0m

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Live departures

London to Handforth train times

The table below shows live departures for London to Handforth trains for tomorrow, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 15:12
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
west_midlands_rail04:39 London
4h37
09:16 Handforth0 changesdirect
avanti_west_coast04:55 London
3h21
08:16 Handforth0 changesdirect
avanti_west_coast05:28 London
2h41
08:09 Handforth0 changesdirect
avanti_west_coast06:33 London
2h06
08:39 Handforth0 changesdirect
avanti_west_coast10:33 London
2h06
12:39 Handforth0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London to Handforth

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Trains from London to Handforth run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:31, the last at 21:28. The fastest train covers the 249 km distance in 2h 6m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6
Distance
249 km
Average train duration
2h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
£40
Trains per day
2
Fastest train
2h 6m
First train
05:31
Last train
21:28
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6

Train companies: Avanti West Coast from London to Handforth trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between London and Handforth from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 6m
Cheapest Price
£40
Avanti West Coast frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

FAQs: London to Handforth train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Handforth 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 Handforth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The train distance from London to Handforth is 249 km.
Visitors typically spend 1-2 days in Handforth to explore local attractions and surroundings.
Booking trains from London to Handforth in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from London to Handforth can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £40, while the average price tends to be around £118.
The train journey from London to Handforth covers a distance of 249 km and takes approximately 2h 6m. Trains run 2 per day.
The first train from London to Handforth leaves at 5:31.
The last train from London to Handforth departs at 21:28.
To get from London to Handforth, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
Trains from London to Handforth run approximately 2 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from London to Handforth.
There is no night train service from London to Handforth.
The cheapest way to get from London to Handforth is by coach, costing approximately £6.
The train station in London that goes to Handforth is London Euston (EUS), and it arrives at Handforth station (HTH).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London to Handforth.
Yes, you can take the train from London to Handforth.
The train journey from London to Handforth offers a mix of urban and rural views, showcasing the English countryside, with stretches of picturesque landscapes as you pass through areas like the Peak District.
A day trip from London to Handforth is not feasible. The journey takes 2h 6m and trains run 2 times per day. The distance is 249 km.

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Important Stations and Airports in London and Handforth

London
Handforth
The major train station for departures in London is Hampstead Heath. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hampstead Heath for your trip from London to Handforth.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:30 - 10:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
5 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Flower stall High street shops
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Lifts from ticket hall to both platforms
  • Accessible taxis: contact taxi operator directly
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Covered shelter on eastbound platform
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Hampstead Heath
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use Bus stop B in Constantine Road for eastbound services to Camden Road Use Bus stop D in Pond Street for westbound services to Richmond
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:40
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
22 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: No
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • National key toilets: No
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Public transport options for Heathrow Terminal 4
  • Metro: Connection available with LT Piccadilly Line
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
  • Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
  • Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free public Wi-Fi available.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Wide range of shops - see the Station Plan map.
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King
  • Caffè Nero
  • Nando's
  • The Signal Box
  • Delice de France
  • Tortilla
  • Starbucks
  • AMT Coffee
  • Upper Crust
  • Camden Food Co.
  • & many more
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: The taxi rank is located beneath the station.
  • Accessible taxis: The route to the main taxi pick up point has steps, so anyone with mobility problems can use the disabled taxi pick up point reached via the lifts. You can request assistance to and from the taxi rank can using the telephones at the top of the stairs and at the taxi set down point. Or by telephoning Mobility Assistance at London Euston on 0207 922 6482. The main taxi rank is beneath the station and is reached via the lifts next to the main ticket office or the stairs by the entrance to the Underground.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: These are located by the entrance to platforms 1-3 There are also accessible showers located in the First Class Lounge, shared between Caledonian Sleeper and Avanti West Coast.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: These are located adjacent to the main public toilets, by the entrance to platforms 1-3.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hilton London Euston
  • The Wesley Euston Hotel
  • Travelodge London Central Euston
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Located by the entrance to platforms 16-18
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
  • Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
  • Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: On platform 18 at buffer end, West Colonnade opposite Sainsbury's, alongside station entrance, East Colonnade opposite M&S and to the rear of Nandos and Cafe Rouge
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located near the center of the station's main concourse.
Public transport options for London Euston
  • Tube lines: Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, Northern (Bank and Charing Cross branches), Victoria
  • Overground lines: Watford DC
  • Bus lines: 18, 30, 59, 68, 73, 91, 168, 205, 253, 390, N5, N20, N73, N91, N205, N253
  • Rail lines: London North Western Railway, London Overground, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Go to Platform 2, there is a gate adjacent to the station from the main road.

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