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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Stafford station (STA)
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £35
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- £35
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 3 h 17 m
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 3 h 20 m
- Trains on 02 Nov
- 2
- Distance
- 164 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 Cardiff Central (CDF) to Stafford station (STA) will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 2 trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Stafford station (STA), including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 164 km distance in an average of 3 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 22 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.
6:40 3h22 Cardiff Central (CDF) 10:02 Stafford station (STA) £35 1 One-way 0 changes8:45 3h17 Cardiff Central (CDF) 12:02 Stafford station (STA) £35 1 One-way 0 changes
8:45 3h17 Cardiff Central (CDF) 12:02 Stafford station (STA) £35 1 One-way 0 changes6:40 3h22 Cardiff Central (CDF) 10:02 Stafford station (STA) £35 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Stafford station (STA)
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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Stafford station (STA) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:33, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 164 km distance in 2h 27m.
Distance 164 km |
Average train duration 2h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 27m |
First train 4:33 |
Last train 23:37 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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FAQs: Cardiff Central (CDF) to Stafford station (STA) train
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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff Central (CDF) and Stafford station (STA)
Most Cardiff Central (CDF) to Stafford station (STA) trains use the Cardiff Central to Stafford station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff Central (CDF) and Stafford station (STA) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Getting to Stafford from Stafford city centre
Stafford train station facilities and services
Stafford has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stafford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Stafford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stafford. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stafford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stafford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stafford: 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.
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