The cheapest and fastest trains from Stafford to Nottingham
Cheapest price
£42
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
1 h 29 m
Average duration
1 h 29 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
67 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stafford to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stafford to Nottingham will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £42.
Of the 1 trains that leave Stafford for Nottingham 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 67 km distance in an average of 1 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 29 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.
9:321h29Stafford11:01Nottingham£421One-way0 changes
9:321h29Stafford11:01Nottingham£421One-way0 changes
Live departures
Stafford to Nottingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Stafford to Nottingham trains for tomorrow, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:32 Stafford | 1h29 | 11:01 Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Stafford to Nottingham by train or coach
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Why should you book Stafford to Nottingham 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 East Midlands Railway, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast or West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Stafford to Nottingham.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Rome2rio or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast or West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Stafford to Nottingham.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Stafford to Nottingham.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Stafford to Nottingham
Trains from Stafford to Nottingham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 22:32. The fastest train covers the 67 km distance in 1h 28m.
Distance 67 km |
Average train duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 28m |
First train 5:33 |
Last train 22:32 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Stafford to Nottingham trainsCrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Stafford and Nottingham from £41. 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 to Nottingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stafford to Nottingham 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 Nottingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stafford and Nottingham
Most Stafford to Nottingham trains use the Stafford to Nottingham station pair. Use this guide to compare Stafford and Nottingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Stafford station do trains to Nottingham leave from?
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.
Which Nottingham station do trains from Stafford arrive at?
Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre
Nottingham train station facilities and services
Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nottingham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Nottingham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, 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 Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: none, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at station, Accessible ticket machines: There are 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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