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Stafford to Manchester Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Stafford to Manchester? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as 35,06 kr., with average prices for this route around 48,31 kr..

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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fre., 27. jun.
From 127,94 kr.
lør., 28. jun.
From 71,86 kr.
søn., 29. jun.
From 35,06 kr.
man., 30. jun.
From 96,4 kr.
tir., 1. jul.
From 35,06 kr.
ons., 2. jul.
From 35,06 kr.
tor., 3. jul.
From 90,26 kr.

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
05:31 Stafford	06:43 Manchester Piccadilly	1t 12m, Changes required		Find Tickets
05:47 Stafford	07:23 Manchester Piccadilly	1t 36m, Changes required	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
06:33 Stafford	07:29 Manchester Piccadilly	56m, Direct		Find Tickets
07:03 Stafford	07:59 Manchester Piccadilly	56m, Direct		Find Tickets
07:34 Stafford	08:29 Manchester Piccadilly	55m, Direct		Find Tickets
07:50 Stafford	08:45 Paris	55m, Direct		Find Tickets View More Trains

Stafford to Manchester Train Route Details

First train

05:31

Last train

23:59

Departure station

Stafford

Arrival station

Manchester

Journey time

54m

Distance

76 km

Price

35,06 kr.*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Stafford to Manchester

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Stafford to Manchester. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Stafford to Manchester for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Stafford to Manchester, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Stafford to Manchester ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Stafford to Manchester Train Ticket Types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Stafford to Manchester Train prices and times

Stafford to Manchester Train Route Details