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Trip Summary
2 trains operate daily from Manchester to Lichfield. The train trip from Manchester to Lichfield is usually about one hour and 17 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Avanti West Coast train can get you there in as little as one hour and one minute.
| Distance | 58 mi (93 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 1m |
| Lowest price | £12.16 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Avanti West Coast |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Manchester to Lichfield?
2 train services operate from Manchester to Lichfield. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avanti West Coast | 1 | 1h 1m | £12.16 |
| CrossCountry | 1 | 1h 34m | £35.82 |
Avanti West Coast is one of the primary rail links between London and Birmingham, Liverpool, Manchester, Glasgow, and Edinburgh. On any given day, Avanti West Coast operates almost 300 routes and departs hourly from select destinations.
CrossCountry operates an extensive rail network in the U.K., centered in Birmingham. In standard class, passengers enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard restrooms. Trains also contain a small café or a trolley that passes through the carriages. An upgrade to first-class gives passengers more legroom and complimentary food. The journey from Manchester to Lichfield usually takes about 1 hours and 34 minutes on a CrossCountry train. There are 1 trips on this route every day, and 0 daily trips on weekends.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Manchester to Lichfield on Wednesday. Tickets for Wednesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Wednesday. Wednesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Manchester at 21:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 21:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Manchester twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. One of these is a direct train, which will typically get you to Lichfield faster. While it might still have stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Lichfield to Manchester.
City Information
Manchester
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Most recognizable for its world-famous football team, Manchester is a modern, vibrant city with a diverse range of attractions that will appeal to explorers of all kinds. Often referred to as "The Capital of the North," Manchester is also known for being the birthplace of the industrial revolution. Visitors can relive this booming era by taking a trip to the Science and Industry Museum to see how this previously small town changed the world's ideas of industry and manufacturing forever. These days, Manchester is famous for its music and art scene, with it being the birthplace of bands like The Smiths and Oasis.
Art and music-lovers may want to visit Afflecks, a vast and eclectic emporium of all things indie and grunge, to purchase records, artwork, and memorabilia, among many other things. Manchester is also home to 15 parks and gardens, with Fletcher Moss Park and Botanical Gardens among the most popular. This park provides a beautiful setting for picnics and scenic walks, perfect for when you need an escape from the bustling city.
And if you really are only here for Man U, both Old Trafford and Etihad Stadium are stops on our itinerary to visit every premier league stadium in England.
With three large train stations—Piccadilly, Oxford Road, and Victoria—Manchester is easily accessible via rail. National Express and Megabus coaches also allow access from all over the country. In addition, Manchester Airport houses three large terminals, which provide global entry to the city.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Manchester?
Main departure station: Manchester Piccadilly Station
There is one train station in Manchester.
All train stations in Manchester:
Manchester Piccadilly Station
Where is the train station in Lichfield?
Main arrival station: Lichfield Trent Valley
Lichfield has one train station.
Train stations in Lichfield:
Lichfield Trent Valley
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