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The average train between Handforth and Birmingham takes 1h 51m and the fastest train takes 1h 37m. There is an hourly train service from Handforth to Birmingham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 51m
Duration
80 mi
Distance
£42
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Stockport to Birmingham New Streettrain train Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
1h 58m
£27–53

Handforth to Birmingham train times

Trains run hourly between Handforth and Birmingham. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Handforth is at 9:50 PM which arrives into Birmingham at 11:34 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 30m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 32m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 10m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 49m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 48m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 53m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 40m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 53m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 48m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 53m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 40m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 53m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Handforth to Birmingham? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Handforth to Birmingham.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 80.2 mi
  • Duration: 1h 51m

What companies run services between Handforth, England and Birmingham, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Stockport to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £30–50 and the journey takes 1h 24m. Avanti West Coast also services this route 5 times a week.

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