The cheapest and fastest trains from Stafford station (STA) to Birmingham International Airport
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
51 m
Average duration
51 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stafford station (STA) to Birmingham International Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stafford station (STA) to Birmingham International Airport will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Of the 1 trains that leave Stafford station (STA) for Birmingham International Airport 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 47 km distance in an average of 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 51 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 Stafford station (STA) to Birmingham International Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stafford station (STA) to Birmingham International Airport 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 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 47 km
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£10 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Stafford station (STA) to Birmingham International Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Stafford station (STA) to Birmingham International Airport trains for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 08:21 Stafford station (STA) | 0h51 | 09:12 Birmingham International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Stafford station (STA) to Birmingham International Airport by train or coach
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Why should you book Stafford station (STA) to Birmingham International Airport trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country or West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Stafford station (STA) to Birmingham International Airport.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare CrossCountry with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Stafford station (STA) to Birmingham International Airport.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country or West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Stafford station (STA) to Birmingham International Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Stafford station (STA) to Birmingham International Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Stafford station (STA) to Birmingham International Airport
Trains from Stafford station (STA) to Birmingham International Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:22, the last at 20:21. The fastest train covers the 47 km distance in 46m.
Distance 47 km |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 06:22 |
Last train 20:21 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country from Stafford station (STA) to Birmingham International Airport trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Stafford station (STA) and Birmingham International Airport from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Stafford station (STA) to Birmingham International Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stafford station (STA) to Birmingham International Airport 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 Birmingham International Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Stafford station (STA) and Birmingham International Airport
- 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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