The cheapest and fastest trains from Stafford station (STA) to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
1 h 33 m
Average duration
1 h 33 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
63 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stafford station (STA) to Manchester Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stafford station (STA) to Manchester Airport will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
Of the 1 trains that leave Stafford station (STA) for Manchester Airport 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 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 33 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 33 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.


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 train with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £10, and a coach costs an average of £11.
Distance: 63 km
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£13 Average Price Cheapest | £17 Average Price |
1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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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 Avanti West Coast or Northern Rail (3) 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, Raileurope or Trip?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast or Northern Rail (3) 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
Trains from Stafford station (STA) to Manchester Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:03, the last at 15:03. The fastest train covers the 63 km distance in 1h 12m.
Distance 63 km |
Average train duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 12m |
First train 07:03 |
Last train 15:03 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail (3) from Stafford station (STA) to Manchester Airport trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail (3) 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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Northern Rail (3)
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
- 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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