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Journey information
Overview: Train from Urmston to Handforth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Urmston to Handforth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:15, the last at 22:58. The fastest train covers the 14 km distance in 53m.
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
Distance 14 km |
Average train duration 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 53m |
First train 06:15 |
Last train 22:58 |
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
Train companies: TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Urmston to Handforth trainsTransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Urmston and Handforth from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TransPennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 2m
Cheapest Price
£11
TransPennine Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
53m
Cheapest Price
£11
Northern Trains Limited frequency
15 a day
FAQs: Urmston to Handforth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Urmston 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.
Visitors typically spend 1-2 days in Handforth to explore local attractions and surroundings.
The train distance from Urmston to Handforth is 14 km.
Booking trains from Urmston to Handforth in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Urmston to Handforth covers a distance of 14 km and takes approximately 53m. Trains run 6 per day.
The first train from Urmston to Handforth leaves at 6:15.
To get from Urmston to Handforth, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The last train from Urmston to Handforth departs at 22:58.
The cost of a train ticket from Urmston to Handforth can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £11, while the average price tends to be around £19.
Trains from Urmston to Handforth run approximately 6 times per day.
The cheapest way to get from Urmston to Handforth is by train, costing approximately £11.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Urmston to Handforth.
The train station in Urmston that goes to Handforth is Urmston station (URM), and it arrives at Handforth station (HTH).
There is no night train service from Urmston to Handforth.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Urmston to Handforth.
Yes, you can take the train from Urmston to Handforth.
Yes, a day trip from Urmston to Handforth is feasible. The journey takes 53m and covers 14 km. There are 6 trains available per day.
The train journey from Urmston to Handforth offers some scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque Cheshire countryside, providing glimpses of green fields and charming villages along the route.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Urmston and Handforth
Urmston
Handforth
The major train station for departures in Urmston is Urmston. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Urmston for your trip from Urmston to Handforth.
Urmston
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 12:45 Saturday 07:00 - 13:30 Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Urmston
- Onward travel information: Located on Flixton Road for buses to Stretford, Trafford Park and Manchester. Adjacent to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Flixton Road - nearside to the station for services to Liverpool and opposite side of the road for Manchester.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
The major train station for arrivals in Handforth is Handforth. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Handforth for your journey to Handforth from Urmston.
Amenities at train station
WifiParking
DiningAccessibility
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 13:00 Saturday 07:30 - 14:00 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Handforth
- 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.
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