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Trip Overview

The average train between Stoke-on-Trent and Manchester takes 41 min and the fastest train takes 34 min. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

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

Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester train times

Trains run every 20 minutes between Stoke-on-Trent and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 12:17 AM at night, and the last departure from Stoke-on-Trent is at 11:59 PM which arrives into Manchester at 12:39 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 41 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 39 min • Direct
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    train train 55 min • Direct
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    train train 38 min • Direct
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    train train 37 min • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 40 min • Direct
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    train train 59 min • Direct
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    train train 39 min • Direct
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    train train 55 min • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 40 min • Direct
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    train train 59 min • Direct
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    train train 39 min • Direct
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    train train 55 min • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 59 min • Direct
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    train train 39 min • Direct
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    train train 55 min • Direct
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    train train 38 min • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 43 min • Direct
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    train train 38 min • Direct
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    train train 41 min • Direct
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    train train 40 min • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 59 min • Direct
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    train train 39 min • Direct
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    train train 55 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 59 min • Direct
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    train train 39 min • Direct
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    train train 55 min • Direct
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    train train 38 min • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester? 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 Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 37.4 mi
  • Duration: 41 min

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

Cross Country operates a train from Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £16–25 and the journey takes 40 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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