What is the cheapest way to get from Salford to Stafford?

The cheapest way to get from Salford to Stafford is to bus which costs £7 - £11 and takes 2h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Salford to Stafford?

The fastest way to get from Salford to Stafford is to train which takes 55 min and costs £18 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Salford and Stafford?

No, there is no direct bus from Salford to Stafford. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Chell Road via bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Salford and Stafford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Stafford. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from Salford to Stafford?

The distance between Salford and Stafford is 54 miles. The road distance is 56 miles.

How do I travel from Salford to Stafford without a car?

The best way to get from Salford to Stafford without a car is to train which takes 55 min and costs £18 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Salford to Stafford?

The train from Manchester Piccadilly to Stafford takes 55 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Salford to Stafford bus from?

Salford to Stafford bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Salford to Stafford train from?

Salford to Stafford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Salford to Stafford?

The best way to get from Salford to Stafford is to train which takes 55 min and costs £18 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £11 and takes 2h 51m.

Where does the Salford to Stafford bus arrive?

Salford to Stafford bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Stoke-on-Trent station.

Where does the Salford to Stafford train arrive?

Salford to Stafford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stafford station.

Can I drive from Salford to Stafford?

Yes, the driving distance between Salford to Stafford is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Salford to Stafford.

How do I get a train ticket from Salford to Stafford?

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Where can I stay near Stafford?

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There are 3 ways to get from Salford to Stafford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Staffordtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
55 min
£18–35
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Stoke-on-Trentbus Uk980 / ...
2. Take the bus from bus station to Chell Roadbus 101
2h 51m
£8–10
Drive 55.6 mi
1. Drive from Salford to Staffordcar 55.6 mi
1h 9m
£14–21

Salford to Stafford by train

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Distance: 53.5 mi
Duration: 55 min

What companies run services between Salford, England and Stafford, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Stafford hourly. Tickets cost £23–35 and the journey takes 55 min. Avanti West Coast also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Chell Road via Stoke-on-Trent and bus station in around 2h 51m.

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