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How to get from Manchester to Stafford by train, bus or flight.
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The best way to travel from Manchester to Stafford is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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- Around 9 trains per day.
- Around 1 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Manchester and Stafford as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Buses mostly depart from Manchester, Airport and arrive in Penkridge, Crown Bridge.
- Trains mostly depart from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and arrive in Stafford station (STA).
- Travel with CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail (3), Cross Country, Transport for Wales to go to Stafford by train.
- Travel with National Express to go to Stafford by bus.
- 5 direct trains per day with CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country.
- 1 direct buses per day with National Express.
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