The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport to Stafford station (STA)
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
1 h 26 m
Average duration
1 h 26 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
63 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport to Stafford station (STA) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport to Stafford station (STA) will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
Of the 1 trains that leave Manchester Airport for Stafford station (STA) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 63 km distance in an average of 1 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 26 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
15:131h26Manchester Airport16:39Stafford station (STA)£331One-way0 changes
15:131h26Manchester Airport16:39Stafford station (STA)£331One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Manchester Airport to Stafford station (STA)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Stafford station (STA) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £10, and a coach costs an average of £20.
Distance: 63 km
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£19 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price |
1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester Airport to Stafford station (STA) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Stafford station (STA) trains for today, Saturday 13 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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G90120+ C16940 | On time 12:01 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h08 | 13:09 Stafford station (STA) | 1 change | |
G86122+ W29881 | On time 12:32 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h27 | 13:59 Stafford station (STA) | 1 change | |
G90122+ C16945 | On time 13:01 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h08 | 14:09 Stafford station (STA) | 1 change | |
G86141+ G01149 | On time 13:32 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h27 | 14:59 Stafford station (STA) | 1 change | |
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Compare prices and tickets Manchester Airport to Stafford station (STA) by coach or train
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Why should you book Manchester Airport to Stafford station (STA) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport to Stafford station (STA).
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Why book with Omio over Trip, Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport to Stafford station (STA).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Manchester Airport to Stafford station (STA).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport to Stafford station (STA)
Trains from Manchester Airport to Stafford station (STA) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:50, the last at 15:13. The fastest train covers the 63 km distance in 1h 8m.
Distance 63 km |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 8m |
First train 7:50 |
Last train 15:13 |
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Train companies: Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Manchester Airport to Stafford station (STA) trainsNorthern Rail, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Manchester Airport and Stafford station (STA) from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Manchester Airport to Stafford station (STA) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport to Stafford station (STA) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Stafford station (STA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Airport and Stafford station (STA)
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
- Car Park: Stafford Multi Story (Car Park 2)
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: 84 cycle spaces in two bays on platform 1 with 42 cycle spaces in Car Park 2 (Multi-Story)
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station on the left hand side.
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