4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Lichfield
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
1 h 46 m
Average duration
2 h 15 m
Trains per day
2
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 traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Lichfield will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Of the 2 trains that leave Manchester for Lichfield on Wed, Jul 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 22 the direct trains cover the 93 km distance in an average of 2 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 46 m .
On Wed, Jul 22 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.
8:25 AM1h46Manchester10:11 AMLichfield$141One-way0 transfers- 8:03 AM2h43Manchester10:46 AMLichfield$221One-way0 transfers
- 8:25 AM1h46Manchester10:11 AMLichfield$141One-way0 transfers
- 8:03 AM2h43Manchester10:46 AMLichfield$221One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Manchester to Lichfield
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 bus with prices starting from $8. 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 bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $14.
Distance: 57 miles (93 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$29 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Lichfield:
A bus is $20 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Lichfield costing on average $29 (€24).
Other travel options to Lichfield take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 13m.
You'll arrive about 16m sooner (1h 26m by train vs 1h 42m by car). Tickets start at around $29 (€24) compared to roughly $25 (€21) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Manchester to Lichfield train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Lichfield trains for today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 4:03 PM Manchester | 2h43 | 6:46 PM Lichfield | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, July 22 | |||||
| 8:03 AM Manchester | 2h43 | 10:46 AM Lichfield | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:25 AM Manchester | 1h46 | 10:11 AM Lichfield | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Lichfield
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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 $14 (€12) but you can travel from only $8 (€7) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:07, the last at 23:18. The fastest train covers the 57 miles (93 km) distance in 1h 46m.
Distance 57 miles (93 km) |
Average train duration 1h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€12) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 46m |
First train 4:07 AM |
Last train 11:18 PM |
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Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country, Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester to Lichfield trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country, Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester and Lichfield from $8 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Lichfield
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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester to Lichfield
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.
Which Manchester station do trains to Lichfield leave from?
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly 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 and drink
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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
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.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Which Lichfield station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Getting to Lichfield Trent Valley from Lichfield city centre
Lichfield Trent Valley is 1 km from Lichfield city centre. Public transport options include:
Lichfield Trent Valley train station facilities and services
Lichfield Trent Valley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lichfield Trent Valley.
Tickets and information
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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lichfield Trent Valley: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lichfield Trent Valley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Lichfield City from Lichfield city centre
Lichfield City train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Lichfield City.
Tickets and information
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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lichfield City: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lichfield City: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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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