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Trip Overview

The average train between Manchester and Stoke-on-Trent takes 40 min and the fastest train takes 33 min. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

40 min
Duration
37 mi
Distance
£16
Average price
Every 20 minutes
Frequency

Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent train times

Trains run every 20 minutes between Manchester and Stoke-on-Trent. The earliest departure is at 5:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 10:46 PM which arrives into Stoke-on-Trent at 11:40 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 40 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 50 min • Direct
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    train train 57 min • Direct
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    train train 36 min • Direct
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    train train 38 min • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 50 min • Direct
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    train train 57 min • Direct
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    train train 36 min • Direct
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    train train 38 min • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 48 min • Direct
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    train train 56 min • Direct
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    train train 36 min • Direct
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    train train 37 min • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 38 min • Direct
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    train train 37 min • Direct
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    train train 39 min • Direct
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    train train 39 min • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 50 min • Direct
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    train train 57 min • Direct
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    train train 36 min • Direct
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    train train 38 min • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 50 min • Direct
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    train train 57 min • Direct
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    train train 36 min • Direct
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    train train 38 min • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    train train 50 min • Direct
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    train train 57 min • Direct
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    train train 36 min • Direct
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    train train 38 min • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 37.4 mi
  • Duration: 40 min

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Stoke-on-Trent, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Stoke-on-Trent hourly. Tickets cost £16–24 and the journey takes 37 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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