Stafford to Eccles (Manchester) by train
| First train | 05:31 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:36 | |
| Departure station | Stafford | |
| Arrival station | Eccles (Manchester) | |
| Journey time | From 1h 15m | |
| Distance | 48 miles (77 km) | |
| Frequency | 16 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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Taking the train from Stafford to Eccles (Manchester) in 1 hour 15 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Stafford to Eccles (Manchester)? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 3 minutes to travel the 48 miles (77 km) from Stafford to Eccles (Manchester) by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 15 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 16 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Avanti West Coast or CrossCountry, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from Stafford to Eccles (Manchester) in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Eccles (Manchester) by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Consider a Season Ticket
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