The cheapest and fastest trains from Rugby station (RUG) to Stafford station (STA)
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
53 m
Average duration
53 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
75 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rugby station (RUG) 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 Rugby station (RUG) to Stafford station (STA) will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 1 trains that leave Rugby station (RUG) for Stafford station (STA) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 75 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 53 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.


Live departures
Rugby station (RUG) to Stafford station (STA) train times
The table below shows live departures for Rugby station (RUG) to Stafford station (STA) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 8 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:24 Rugby station (RUG) | 0h53 | 06:17 Stafford station (STA) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rugby station (RUG) to Stafford station (STA)
Trains from Rugby station (RUG) to Stafford station (STA) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:43, the last at 19:42. The fastest train covers the 75 km distance in 48m.
Distance 75 km |
Average train duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 48m |
First train 04:43 |
Last train 19:42 |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast from Rugby station (RUG) to Stafford station (STA) trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Rugby station (RUG) and Stafford station (STA) from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Rugby station (RUG) to Stafford station (STA) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rugby station (RUG) 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 Rugby station (RUG) and Stafford station (STA)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 05:45 - 20:00 Sunday 08:10 - 19:50
- Car Park: Station Car Park 3 - Mill Road (Multi-Story)
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Steep ramp from entrance to platforms, staff are available to help.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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 4, Platform 5 and at the front of the station; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: 64 cycle spaces on Platform 2, 64 cycle spaces on Platform 4, a further 12 stands on the North end of Platform 2/4 and 16 cycle spaces outside Car Park 3 (Mutli-Story) a total of 156 spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station,out towards the right hand side near to the short stay car park by the bus garage.
- 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.
