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Manchester Piccadilly to Stafford train prices and times

Planning a journey from Manchester Piccadilly to Stafford? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £4.00, with average prices for this route around £5.30. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
05:02 Manchester Piccadilly	05:54 Stafford	52m, Direct		Find Tickets
05:11 Manchester Piccadilly	06:20 Stafford	1h 9m, No direct		Find Tickets
05:11 Manchester Piccadilly	06:21 Stafford	1h 10m, Direct		Find Tickets
06:03 Manchester Piccadilly	06:57 Stafford	54m, Direct		Find Tickets
06:15 Manchester Piccadilly	07:16 Stafford	1h 1m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
06:24 Manchester Piccadilly	07:22 Paris	58m, Direct		Find Tickets View More Trains

Manchester Piccadilly to Stafford train route details

First train

05:02

Last train

23:36

Departure station

Manchester Piccadilly

Arrival station

Stafford

Journey time

52m

Distance

48 miles

Price

£4.00*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Stafford

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Manchester Piccadilly to Stafford can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Manchester Piccadilly to Stafford 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 travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to Stafford, 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%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling 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 travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to Stafford more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Manchester Piccadilly to Stafford train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Manchester Piccadilly to Stafford with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

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Manchester Piccadilly to Stafford train prices and times

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