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Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Stafford station (STA) to Manchester Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stafford station (STA) to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, while a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 63 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£25 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Stafford station (STA) to Manchester Airport:
A coach is £7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stafford station (STA) to Manchester Airport costing on average £25.
Other travel options to Manchester Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 10m.
Tickets start at around £25 compared to roughly £12 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-12.38. The journey takes 1h 0m versus 57m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Stafford station (STA) to Manchester Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Stafford station (STA) to Manchester Airport trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 8:40 Stafford station (STA) | 1h12 | 9:52 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Stafford station (STA) to Manchester Airport by coach or train
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Why should you book Stafford station (STA) to Manchester Airport trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail or Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Stafford station (STA) to Manchester Airport.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare CrossCountry with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Stafford station (STA) to Manchester Airport.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trip or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail or Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Stafford station (STA) to Manchester Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Stafford station (STA) to Manchester Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Stafford station (STA) to Manchester Airport
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Trains from Stafford station (STA) to Manchester Airport run on average 41 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:40, the last at 15:33. The fastest train covers the 63 km distance in 43m.
Distance 63 km |
Average train duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 41 |
Fastest train 43m |
First train 6:40 |
Last train 15:33 |
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Train companies: CrossCountry, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast from Stafford station (STA) to Manchester Airport trainsCrossCountry, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Stafford station (STA) and Manchester Airport 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: Stafford station (STA) to Manchester Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stafford station (STA) to Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Stafford station (STA) and Manchester Airport
Most Stafford station (STA) to Manchester Airport trains use the Stafford to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Stafford station (STA) and Manchester Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Stafford from Stafford city centre
Stafford train station facilities and services
Stafford has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stafford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Stafford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stafford. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stafford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stafford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stafford: 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.
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