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Handforth to Birmingham train route details

First train
06:05

Last train
23:58

Journey time
1h 38m

Distance
62 miles

Price
£9.35*
What are the next train times from Handforth to Birmingham?
Discover all upcoming Handforth to Birmingham services running today, including departure and arrival times, direct or connecting options, journey duration, and the operator running your route — everything you need to catch the train with confidence
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
06:05 Styal | 07:46 Birmingham New Street | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:05 Styal | 07:48 Birmingham New Street | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:15 Handforth | 08:04 Birmingham New Street | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:26 Handforth | 08:20 Birmingham New Street | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:05 Styal | 08:48 Birmingham New Street | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:26 Handforth | 09:20 Paris | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
Explore the cheapest prices to Birmingham from Handforth this week
Fares from Handforth to Birmingham usually average around £9.35, but you can often save more by choosing options like Off-Peak or Advance tickets. Take a look below to find the best deal for your journey!
*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.
How to book cheap train tickets from Handforth to Birmingham

Season tickets for frequent travellers
If you make the journey between Handforth and Birmingham on a weekly, monthly, or yearly basis, a season ticket is well worth considering. It gives you unlimited travel between the two stations at set times for 1 fixed cost, helping you save money while avoiding the hassle of buying separate tickets each time.

Book in advance
Booking Advance tickets at least 1 week before departure can reduce your fare by up to 61% on routes from Handforth to Birmingham. Advance fares are usually released 12 weeks prior to travel and exclude Anytime fares, with savings depending on route availability.

Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
Explore a range of Railcards that typically offer 1/3 off most train tickets, including the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, as well as the 16-17 Saver, which offers 50% off. They’re easy to purchase and store digitally in your Trip.com app, meaning you're only ever a tap away from great savings.

Split Tickets discount
While it may sound surprising, splitting your route into smaller segments and purchasing separate low-cost tickets can greatly reduce the overall fare, all without changing seats. The best part is that Trip.com does all the splitting and organising for you, removing any need for time-consuming research on your end.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?

Advance train tickets
Released up to 12 weeks in advance, these tickets are usually the most budget-friendly choice for savvy travellers

First Class tickets
First Class tickets give you a more comfortable ride, with larger seats, extra legroom, and access to premium amenities such as refreshments or quieter carriages on many routes

Return train tickets
Covers a round trip, including both the outward and return journeys between the same two stations

Anytime tickets
With no time restrictions, Anytime tickets allow travel throughout the entire day. They're a great option if you require maximum flexibility or aren't sure exactly when you'll be travelling.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.











