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Stafford to Manchester Piccadilly Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Stafford to Manchester Piccadilly? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €4.76, with average prices for this route around €6.30. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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

Stafford to Manchester Piccadilly Train Route Details

First train

05:31

Last train

23:59

Departure station

Stafford

Arrival station

Manchester Piccadilly

Journey time

54m

Distance

76 km

Price

€4.76*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Stafford to Manchester Piccadilly

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Stafford to Manchester Piccadilly can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets to save more on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Stafford to Manchester Piccadilly, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This is often cheaper than purchasing a direct ticket, and you usually won’t need to change trains or seats.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Stafford to Manchester Piccadilly ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Stafford to Manchester Piccadilly more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Stafford to Manchester Piccadilly 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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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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Stafford to Manchester Piccadilly Train prices and times

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