How much does a train ticket from Stafford to Manchester cost?

The average train ticket price from Stafford to Manchester is $41. The best way to find train tickets from Stafford to Manchester is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Stafford to Manchester?

A train trip between Stafford and Manchester is around 56m, although the fastest train will take about 48m. This is the time it takes to travel the 47 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Stafford and Manchester?

The number of trains from Stafford to Manchester can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Stafford to Manchester by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the best sights and things to do in Manchester?

Once in Manchester, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Robinsons Brewery Visitor Centre, Manchester City Football Club, National Football Museum, Coronation Street The Tour, Chinatown.

Trains from Stafford to Manchester | CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast

TodayMay 16

TomorrowMay 17

SunMay 18

MonMay 19

TueMay 20

from $19

WedMay 21

ThuMay 22

FriMay 23

Trains leaving Tuesday

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 20 at 8:00am
Departure city: Stafford
Departure location: Stafford
Arrival time: May 20 at 8:59am
Destination city: Manchester
Destination location: Manchester Piccadilly
Operated by: CrossCountry
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 59m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 20 at 8:50am
Departure city: Stafford
Departure location: Stafford
Arrival time: May 20 at 9:44am
Destination city: Manchester
Destination location: Manchester Piccadilly
Operated by: Avanti West Coast
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 54m
Departure time: May 20 at 7:03am
Departure city: Stafford
Departure location: Stafford
Arrival time: May 20 at 7:59am
Destination city: Manchester
Destination location: Manchester Piccadilly
Operated by: CrossCountry
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 56m
Departure time: May 20 at 7:50am
Departure city: Stafford
Departure location: Stafford
Arrival time: May 20 at 8:45am
Destination city: Manchester
Destination location: Manchester Piccadilly
Operated by: Avanti West Coast
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 55m
Departure time: May 20 at 7:03am
Departure city: Stafford
Departure location: Stafford
Arrival time: May 20 at 7:59am
Destination city: Manchester
Destination location: Manchester Piccadilly
Operated by: CrossCountry
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 56m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Stafford to Manchester.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Train	Average Price$9 - $119	Average Duration56m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$14 - $14	Average Duration1h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends carpooling from Stafford to Manchester

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1hAverage Duration

$14Cheapest ticket

3kgCO₂ emissions

Train Stafford to Manchester: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$41

Average train trip duration56m

Number of daily trains11

Earliest train departure7:03am

Distance47 miles (75 km)

Latest train departure9:33pm

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/540 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi4

Avanti West Coast

4/541 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi1.9

Train and bus companies in GB:RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, Transpennine Express, WESTbahn

Stafford to Manchester Train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

05/14

$29

05/15

No data

Today

$17

05/17

$22

05/18

$22

05/19

$8

05/20

$19

05/21

$19

The cheapest trip from Stafford to Manchester was searched and found on May 19, 2025 with a price of $8

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Stafford to Manchester, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $8 to $112 for a train ticket from Stafford to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $8 which is on 2025-05-19.

Usually RDG_AVANTI_WEST_COAST will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Stafford to Manchester is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Manchester, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Stafford and Manchester compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Stafford to Manchester, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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