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Trains from Stafford (STA) to Manchester Stations

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53

train journeys
per day

47

miles (75 kms)

0hrs 54 mins

fastest journey

05:31 / 00:02

first / last train

42

direct trains

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Stafford (STA) to Manchester Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 53 scheduled rail journeys between Stafford and Manchester Stations , with 42 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 11 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Stafford to Manchester Stations is approximately 47 miles (75 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Stafford to Manchester Piccadilly. The fastest journey time on this route takes 0hrs 54 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Stafford to Manchester Stations

Journeys from Stafford to Manchester Stations Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:31
    1 hrs 12 mins1 change
    06:43
    Stafford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stafford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:47
    1 hrs 36 mins1 change
    07:23
    Stafford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stafford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:33
    56 minsDirect
    07:29
    Stafford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stafford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:03
    56 minsDirect
    07:59
    Stafford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stafford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:34
    55 minsDirect
    08:29
    Stafford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stafford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:50
    55 minsDirect
    08:45
    Stafford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stafford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:00
    59 minsDirect
    08:59
    Stafford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stafford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:33
    56 minsDirect
    09:29
    Stafford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stafford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:50
    54 minsDirect
    09:44
    Stafford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stafford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:03
    56 minsDirect
    09:59
    Stafford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stafford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:34
    55 minsDirect
    10:29
    Stafford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stafford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:50
    54 minsDirect
    10:44
    Stafford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stafford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:03
    56 minsDirect
    10:59
    Stafford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stafford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:33
    56 minsDirect
    11:29
    Stafford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stafford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:50
    54 minsDirect
    11:44
    Stafford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stafford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:03
    56 minsDirect
    11:59
    Stafford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stafford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:33
    56 minsDirect
    12:29
    Stafford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stafford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:50
    54 minsDirect
    12:44
    Stafford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stafford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:03
    56 minsDirect
    12:59
    Stafford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stafford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:33
    56 minsDirect
    13:29
    Stafford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Stafford to Manchester Piccadilly

About Stafford Station

Station name Stafford (STA)
AddressStafford station, Station Road, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST16 2AA
Managed byVT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 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 DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
AddressManchester Piccadilly station, Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 04:30 - 22:30
Saturday 04:30 - 22:30
Sunday 07:00 - 22:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Stafford and Manchester Stations

The travel time between Stafford and Manchester Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs & the fastest journey takes 0hrs 54 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Stafford and Manchester Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 53 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:31, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:02.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 42 direct services per day from Stafford to Manchester Stations

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

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