The average train between Manchester and Stafford takes 55 min and the fastest train takes 49 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Manchester to Stafford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 30 minutes between Manchester and Stafford. The earliest departure is at 5:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 10:03 PM which arrives into Stafford at 10:59 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 55 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester station and arriving at Stafford station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 55 min.
Manchester to Stafford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Stafford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stafford station.
Book your Manchester to Stafford train tickets online with Cross Country and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Manchester and Stafford is 75.6 km. The road distance is 86 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Stafford hourly. Tickets cost £28–40 and the journey takes 55 min. Avanti West Coast also services this route hourly.