First train | 05:24 | |
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Last train | 23:35 | |
Departure station | Stoke-on-Trent | |
Arrival station | Manchester Piccadilly | |
Journey time | From 35m | |
Distance | 32 miles (52 km) | |
Frequency | 109 trains per day | |
Changes | Direct trains available | |
Price | From £2.90 | |
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Planning to travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester Piccadilly by train and need more information about the journey? We’ve got you covered.
It usually takes around 49 minutes to travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester Piccadilly by train. However, you can get there in as little as 35 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find 155 direct trains running along this 32-mile route every day, so you won't need to make any changes on your way to Manchester.
You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast or CrossCountry to get to Manchester Piccadilly. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
Getting off at Manchester Piccadilly station, you’ll be only a few minutes away from the city centre. Not sure what to see and do once you’ve arrived? Read our guide to the best things to do in Manchester, including a trip to the National Football Museum and Manchester Art Gallery.
If you want to snap up the cheapest fares, make sure you travel during Off-Peak times, as tickets tend to be cheaper during quieter travel times on weekdays and weekends compared to Peak times. Also, if you travel more than a few times a year, get yourself a Railcard and you’ll save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year.
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