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Leicester to Handforth train route details

First train
05:48

Last train
23:37

Journey time
1h 52m

Distance
108 km

Price
£ 59.70*
What are the next train times from Leicester to Handforth?
Discover all upcoming Leicester to Handforth 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
20:50 Leicester | 22:47 Styal | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
21:11 Leicester | 23:24 Handforth | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
21:50 Leicester | 23:42 Handforth | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
23:37 Leicester | 05:55 +1Paris | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Leicester to Handforth

Group travel deals
Travelling with a group of 3 to 9 people? Most train companies offer group discounts, allowing you to save up to 1/3 on standard fares. This makes journeys from Leicester to Handforth more budget-friendly for families, friends, or colleagues travelling together.

Travel during Off-Peak train times
To enjoy a calmer and often cheaper journey, we recommend choosing Off-Peak services and steering clear of the busy rush-hour periods. While timings differ slightly by operator, it's usually best to avoid travelling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. On weekends and bank holidays, Off-Peak fares apply all day.

Season tickets for frequent travellers
If you travel between Leicester and Handforth on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis, we'd highly recommend a season ticket, which provides unlimited travel between the 2 stations (during specific times) for a set price. Not only will you receive significant savings, but you'll also remove the stress of purchasing individual tickets.

Book in advance
Save up to 61% on your journey from Leicester to Handforth by booking Advance tickets at least 1 week ahead. These tickets are typically available up to 12 weeks before travel, with savings subject to route availability and excluding Anytime fares.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?

Advance train tickets
Typically available up to 12 weeks before departure, they offer the most economical option for those looking to save on travel

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Offers lower fares and greater flexibility when you avoid travelling during busy weekday periods

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

Season tickets
Offering unlimited travel between two stations with weekly, monthly, or annual options, these tickets can help you save around a third on train fares
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.












