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Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Stafford (STA)

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81

train journeys
per day

46

miles (75 kms)

49 mins

fastest journey

05:05 / 00:30

first / last train

47

direct trains

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Stafford (STA)

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On a typical weekday there are 81 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Piccadilly and Stafford , with 47 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 34 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Piccadilly to Stafford is approximately 46 miles (75 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 7 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Piccadilly and Stafford.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Piccadilly to Stafford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 49 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Piccadilly to Stafford Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:05
    49 mins Direct
    05:54
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stafford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:11
    1 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    06:20
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stafford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:11
    1 hrs 10 mins Direct
    06:21
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stafford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:03
    54 mins Direct
    06:57
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stafford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:15
    1 hrs 1 min 1 change
    07:16
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stafford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:24
    58 mins Direct
    07:22
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stafford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:26
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    07:39
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stafford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:55
    55 mins Direct
    07:50
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stafford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:03
    56 mins Direct
    07:59
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stafford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:15
    1 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    08:17
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stafford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:25
    55 mins Direct
    08:20
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stafford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:30
    1 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    08:39
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stafford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:55
    55 mins Direct
    08:50
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stafford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:03
    56 mins Direct
    08:59
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stafford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:15
    1 hrs 1 min 1 change
    09:16
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stafford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:25
    55 mins Direct
    09:20
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stafford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:30
    1 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    09:39
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stafford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:55
    55 mins Direct
    09:50
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stafford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:03
    57 mins Direct
    10:00
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stafford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:15
    1 hrs 1 min 1 change
    10:16
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stafford
    Manchester Piccadilly to Stafford

About Manchester Piccadilly Station

Station name Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Address Manchester Piccadilly station, Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:30 - 22:30
Saturday 04:30 - 22:30
Sunday 07:00 - 22:30
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

About Stafford Station

Station name Stafford (STA)
Address Stafford station, Station Road, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST16 2AA
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 20:00
Tuesday 06:00 - 20:00
Wednesday 06:00 - 20:00
Thursday 06:00 - 20:00
Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Manchester Piccadilly and Stafford

The travel time between Manchester Piccadilly and Stafford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 7 mins & the fastest journey takes 49 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Piccadilly and Stafford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 81 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:05, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:30.

First class tickets on trains between Manchester Piccadilly and Stafford typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Manchester Piccadilly and Stafford can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 47 direct services per day from Manchester Piccadilly to Stafford

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Piccadilly and Stafford.

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