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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Stafford to Manchester is to train which takes 56 min and costs £9 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Stafford and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Stafford and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 56 min.

How far is it from Stafford to Manchester?

The distance between Stafford and Manchester is 54 miles. The road distance is 56.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stafford to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 56 min and costs £9 - £40.

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

The train from Stafford to Manchester Piccadilly takes 56 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Stafford to Manchester train from?

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

Where does the Stafford to Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stafford to Manchester?

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

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

Book your Stafford to Manchester train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3554+ hotels available in Manchester.

Stafford to Manchester - 2 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Stafford to Manchester by train or car

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1. Take the train from Stafford to Manchester Piccadillytrain Banbury - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
56 min
£9–40
Drive 56.4 mi
1. Drive from Stafford to Manchestercar 56.4 mi
1h 11m
£14–20

Stafford to Manchester by train

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Distance: 53.5 mi
Duration: 56 min

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

Cross Country operates a train from Stafford to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £9–40 and the journey takes 56 min. Avanti West Coast also services this route hourly.

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