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The average train between Handforth and Edinburgh takes 4h 40m and the fastest train takes 3h 52m. The train service runs several times per day from Handforth to Edinburgh. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 40m
Duration
232 mi
Distance
£79
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Edinburgh Waverleytrain train Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
4h 42m
£68–116

Handforth to Edinburgh train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Handforth and Edinburgh. The earliest departure is at 7:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Handforth is at 11:41 PM which arrives into Edinburgh at 9:40 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express9h 59m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 57m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 52m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 56m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express4h • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 57m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 52m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 56m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express4h • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 57m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 52m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 56m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express4h • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 57m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 52m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 56m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express4h • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 57m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 53m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 59m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 57m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express4h 15m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express4h 15m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express4h 20m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express3h 55m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Handforth to Edinburgh? 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.

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  • Distance: 231.7 mi
  • Duration: 4h 40m

What companies run services between Handforth, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 3h 18m.

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