What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Stafford?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Stafford is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Stafford?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Stafford is to train which takes 55 min and costs £10 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Stafford?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Stafford. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Chell Road via bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Stafford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Stafford. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from Manchester to Stafford?

The distance between Manchester and Stafford is 54 miles. The road distance is 57 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Stafford without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Stafford without a car is to train which takes 55 min and costs £10 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Stafford?

The train from Manchester Piccadilly to Stafford takes 55 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Stafford bus from?

Manchester to Stafford bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Stafford train from?

Manchester to Stafford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Stafford?

The best way to get from Manchester to Stafford is to train which takes 55 min and costs £10 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 55m.

Where does the Manchester to Stafford bus arrive?

Manchester to Stafford bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Stoke-on-Trent station.

Where does the Manchester to Stafford train arrive?

Manchester to Stafford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stafford station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Stafford?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Stafford is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Manchester to Stafford.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Stafford?

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Where can I stay near Stafford?

There are 911+ hotels available in Stafford.

Manchester to Stafford - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Manchester to Stafford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Staffordtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Banbury / ...
55 min
£10–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Stoke-on-Trentbus Uk980 / ...
2. Take the bus from bus station to Chell Roadbus 101
2h 55m
Drive 56.6 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Staffordcar 56.6 mi
1h 11m
£14–20

Manchester to Stafford by train

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Distance: 53.5 mi
Duration: 55 min

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

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Stafford hourly. Tickets cost £10–35 and the journey takes 55 min. Avanti West Coast also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Chell Road via Stoke-on-Trent and bus station in around 2h 55m.

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