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Trains from Handforth (HTH) to Bishops Stortford (BIS)

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36

train journeys
per day

143

miles (230 kms)

4hrs 2 mins

fastest journey

06:15 / 00:29

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Handforth (HTH) to Bishops Stortford (BIS)

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Handforth and Bishops Stortford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 36 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Handforth to Bishops Stortford is approximately 143 miles (230 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 24 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Handforth and Bishops Stortford.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Handforth to Bishops Stortford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 2 mins.

Journeys from Handforth to Bishops Stortford Today

  • Mon 27th May
    06:15
    4 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    10:17
    Handforth
    Bishops Stortford
    Handforth to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    06:40
    4 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    11:13
    Handforth
    Bishops Stortford
    Handforth to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    07:29
    4 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    11:45
    Handforth
    Bishops Stortford
    Handforth to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    07:39
    4 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    12:13
    Handforth
    Bishops Stortford
    Handforth to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    08:28
    4 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    12:45
    Handforth
    Bishops Stortford
    Handforth to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    08:39
    4 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    13:13
    Handforth
    Bishops Stortford
    Handforth to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    09:28
    4 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    13:38
    Handforth
    Bishops Stortford
    Handforth to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    10:16
    3 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    14:13
    Handforth
    Bishops Stortford
    Handforth to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    10:28
    4 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    14:39
    Handforth
    Bishops Stortford
    Handforth to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    10:39
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    14:46
    Handforth
    Bishops Stortford
    Handforth to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    11:16
    3 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    15:13
    Handforth
    Bishops Stortford
    Handforth to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    11:39
    4 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    15:45
    Handforth
    Bishops Stortford
    Handforth to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    12:16
    3 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    16:13
    Handforth
    Bishops Stortford
    Handforth to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    12:28
    4 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    16:38
    Handforth
    Bishops Stortford
    Handforth to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    12:39
    4 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    16:45
    Handforth
    Bishops Stortford
    Handforth to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    13:16
    3 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    17:13
    Handforth
    Bishops Stortford
    Handforth to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    13:28
    4 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    17:38
    Handforth
    Bishops Stortford
    Handforth to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    13:39
    4 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    17:45
    Handforth
    Bishops Stortford
    Handforth to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    14:16
    3 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    18:13
    Handforth
    Bishops Stortford
    Handforth to Bishops Stortford
  • Mon 27th May
    14:28
    4 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    18:38
    Handforth
    Bishops Stortford
    Handforth to Bishops Stortford

About Handforth Station

Station name Handforth (HTH)
Address Handforth station, Station Road, Handforth, Cheshire, SK9 3AB
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 13:00
Saturday 07:30 - 14:00
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Bishops Stortford Station

Station name Bishops Stortford (BIS)
Address Bishops Stortford station, Station Road, Bishops Stortford, Essex, CM23 3BL
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 21:00
Saturday 06:00 - 21:00
Sunday 07:00 - 21:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Handforth and Bishops Stortford

The travel time between Handforth and Bishops Stortford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 24 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 2 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Handforth and Bishops Stortford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 36 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:29.

First class tickets on trains between Handforth and Bishops Stortford typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Handforth and Bishops Stortford can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Handforth & Bishops Stortford. owever, there are 36 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Handforth and Bishops Stortford.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Handforth and Bishops Stortford, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.