Stafford to London Heathrow Airport train with Avanti West Coast

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Stafford to London Heathrow Airport

Showing times and prices for 16 Feb

Cheapest price

£71

Average price

£88

Fastest journey

2 h 35 m

Average duration

2 h 44 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

187 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stafford to London Heathrow Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Stafford to London Heathrow Airport will cost around £88 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £71.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Stafford for London Heathrow Airport every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 187 km distance in an average of 2 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 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.

Avanti West Coast
09:522h35
Stafford
12:27London Heathrow Airport
£711One-way
0 changes
West Midlands Trains
09:322h53
Stafford
12:25London Heathrow Airport
£1041One-way
0 changes

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Compare train and coach for Stafford to London Heathrow Airport

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stafford to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £39.

Distance: 187 km

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Coach

£83

Average Price

£25

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Cheapest

2h 42m

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2h 12m

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5h 20m

Average total duration

4h 50m

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Live departures

Stafford to London Heathrow Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Stafford to London Heathrow Airport trains for tomorrow, Monday 16 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 23:36
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
west_midlands_rail09:32 Stafford
2h53
12:25 London Heathrow Airport0 changesdirect
avanti_west_coast09:52 Stafford
2h35
12:27 London Heathrow Airport0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Stafford to London Heathrow Airport

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Trains from Stafford to London Heathrow Airport run on average 20 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 07:32, the last at 10:52. The fastest train covers the 187 km distance in 2h 35m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £15
Distance
187 km
Average train duration
2h 12m
Cheapest ticket price
£39
Trains per day
20
Fastest train
2h 35m
First train
07:32
Last train
10:52
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £15

Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Stafford to London Heathrow Airport trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Stafford and London Heathrow Airport from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 35m
Cheapest Price
£71
Avanti West Coast frequency
18 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

West Midlands Trains

About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 53m
Cheapest Price
£39
West Midlands Trains frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

FAQs: Stafford to London Heathrow Airport train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stafford to London Heathrow 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 London Heathrow Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Stafford to London Heathrow Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £39, while the average price tends to be around £83.
The train journey from Stafford to London Heathrow Airport covers a distance of 187 km and takes approximately 2h 35m. Trains run 20 per day.
The train distance from Stafford to London Heathrow Airport is 187 km.
The first train from Stafford to London Heathrow Airport leaves at 7:32.
The last train from Stafford to London Heathrow Airport departs at 10:52.
Trains from Stafford to London Heathrow Airport run approximately 20 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Stafford to London Heathrow Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Stafford to London Heathrow Airport.
To get from Stafford to London Heathrow Airport, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Stafford to London Heathrow Airport.
The cheapest way to get from Stafford to London Heathrow Airport is by coach, costing approximately £15.
Booking trains from Stafford to London Heathrow Airport in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Stafford to London Heathrow Airport offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, including views of the Staffordshire countryside and the outskirts of Birmingham, but it is not renowned for being particularly scenic.
A day trip from Stafford to London Heathrow Airport is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 35m. However, trains run frequently with 20 trips per day. The distance covered is 187 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Stafford to London Heathrow Airport.

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Important Stations and Airports in Stafford and London Heathrow Airport

Stafford
London
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Stafford Multi Story (Car Park 2)
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • 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 Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Stafford
  • 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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