The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham International Airport to Stafford station (STA)
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
51 m
Average duration
52 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Stafford station (STA) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Stafford station (STA) will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 3 trains that leave Birmingham International Airport for Stafford station (STA) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 47 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 54 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Birmingham International Airport to Stafford station (STA)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham International Airport to Stafford station (STA) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 47 km
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£13 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 22m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Birmingham International Airport to Stafford station (STA) train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham International Airport to Stafford station (STA) trains for today, Wednesday 19 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:41 Birmingham International Airport | 0h51 | 09:32 Stafford station (STA) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham International Airport to Stafford station (STA)
Trains from Birmingham International Airport to Stafford station (STA) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:34, the last at 21:51. The fastest train covers the 47 km distance in 51m.
Distance 47 km |
Average train duration 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 51m |
First train 05:34 |
Last train 21:51 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country from Birmingham International Airport to Stafford station (STA) trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham International Airport and Stafford station (STA) from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Birmingham International Airport to Stafford station (STA) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham International Airport to Stafford station (STA) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Stafford station (STA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham International Airport and Stafford station (STA)
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
- Car Park: Stafford Multi Story (Car Park 2)
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: 84 cycle spaces in two bays on platform 1 with 42 cycle spaces in Car Park 2 (Multi-Story)
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station on the left hand side.
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