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The average train between Cannock and Manchester takes 2h 5m and the fastest train takes 1h 33m. There is a train service every few hours from Cannock to Manchester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 5m
Duration
70 mi
Distance
£34
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Cannock to Manchester train times

Trains run hourly between Cannock and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 6:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cannock is at 10:26 PM which arrives into Manchester at 7:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Rugeley Trent Valley and take an average of 2h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast1h 49m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast1h 49m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast1h 49m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast1h 49m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 42m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 39m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 59m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast2h 21m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsCross Country1h 55m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsCross Country1h 41m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast1h 48m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsCross Country1h 33m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsCross Country1h 55m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsCross Country1h 41m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast1h 48m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsWest Midlands TrainsCross Country1h 33m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cannock to Manchester? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Cannock to Manchester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 70 mi
  • Duration: 2h 5m

What companies run services between Cannock, England and Manchester, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Stafford to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £23–35 and the journey takes 56 min. Avanti West Coast also services this route hourly.

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