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St Mary's in the Market Square
Museum inside St Mary’s in the Market Square, presenting the Staffordshire Hoard and local heritage in a central historic setting.
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
2 h 43 m
Average duration
2 h 43 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
93 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Lichfield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Lichfield will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
Of the 1 trains that leave Manchester for Lichfield 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 93 km distance in an average of 2 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 43 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Lichfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 93 km
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£22 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Lichfield trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:27 Manchester | 1h44 | 8:11 Lichfield | 2 changes | |
![]() | 7:30 Manchester | 1h41 | 9:11 Lichfield | 2 changes | |
![]() | 8:30 Manchester | 1h41 | 10:11 Lichfield | 2 changes | |
![]() | 9:30 Manchester | 1h41 | 11:11 Lichfield | 2 changes | |
![]() | 10:30 Manchester | 1h41 | 12:11 Lichfield | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:30 Manchester | 1h41 | 13:11 Lichfield | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:30 Manchester | 1h41 | 14:11 Lichfield | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:30 Manchester | 1h41 | 15:11 Lichfield | 2 changes | |
![]() | 14:30 Manchester | 1h41 | 16:11 Lichfield | 2 changes | |
![]() | 15:30 Manchester | 1h41 | 17:11 Lichfield | 2 changes | |
![]() | 16:30 Manchester | 1h41 | 18:11 Lichfield | 2 changes | |
![]() | 17:30 Manchester | 1h41 | 19:11 Lichfield | 2 changes | |
![]() | 18:30 Manchester | 1h41 | 20:11 Lichfield | 2 changes | |
![]() | 19:30 Manchester | 1h41 | 21:11 Lichfield | 2 changes | |
![]() | 20:30 Manchester | 1h41 | 22:11 Lichfield | 2 changes | |
![]() | 21:10 Manchester | 1h31 | 22:41 Lichfield | 2 changes | |
![]() | 21:30 Manchester | 1h41 | 23:11 Lichfield | 2 changes | |
![]() | 23:36 Manchester | 6h35 | 6:11 Lichfield | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Manchester to Lichfield run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:07, the last at 23:18. The fastest train covers the 93 km distance in 1h 46m.
Distance 93 km |
Average train duration 1h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 46m |
First train 4:07 |
Last train 23:18 |
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Discover the best of Lichfield — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lichfield trip today.
Museum inside St Mary’s in the Market Square, presenting the Staffordshire Hoard and local heritage in a central historic setting.
Museum in Samuel Johnson’s 1707 birthplace, exploring his life, writing and influence through historic rooms and changing displays.
Volunteer-run military museum telling the story of the Staffordshire Regiment through uniforms, medals, photographs and personal accounts.
Historic enclosed precinct around the cathedral, lined with period buildings, lawns and quiet lanes. Ideal for a slower walk and photographs.
Central square with markets, St Mary’s and easy access to shops and heritage sites. A practical starting point for exploring the city.
Landscaped city park with pools, play areas, paths and open lawns. Popular for walks, picnics and views back towards the cathedral.
A Staffordshire oatcake is a soft savoury pancake made from oatmeal and flour, usually filled with cheese or bacon. It is a proud local breakfast staple across Staffordshire.
Lobby is a traditional Staffordshire stew of beef or lamb with potatoes, carrots and onions. It is a hearty Black Country and Staffordshire dish long linked to working families.
Eccles cakes are flaky pastries filled with currants, butter and sugar. Popular across the West Midlands, they are a classic teatime bake often found in local bakeries.
Elegant restaurant in a restored townhouse, known for modern British cooking and a relaxed fine-dining atmosphere.
Popular Turkish restaurant offering grilled meats, meze and warm service in a lively town-centre dining room.
Stylish café and restaurant serving brunch, coffee and seasonal plates in a bright, contemporary setting.
Moderate for England. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, but pricier than smaller towns; local buses help keep transport costs manageable.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add 10%. Cafés and pubs: tipping is optional, though small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Lichfield 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 Lichfield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Lichfield trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Lichfield Trent Valley station pair, with some services arriving at Lichfield City. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Lichfield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are 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.
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Lichfield Trent Valley is 1 km from Lichfield city centre. Public transport options include:
Lichfield Trent Valley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Lichfield Trent Valley.
Ticket office support is available at Lichfield Trent Valley. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Lichfield Trent Valley: Parking, WC.
Available at Lichfield Trent Valley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lichfield Trent Valley: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located on Platform One, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Lichfield City has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Lichfield City.
Ticket office support is available at Lichfield City. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Lichfield City: Parking, WC.
Available at Lichfield City: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lichfield City: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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