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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Stafford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 39 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
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£13 Average Price Cheapest | £17 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 5m Average total duration Fastest 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Birmingham to Stafford, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
The journey is about 12m faster (35m by train vs 47m by car) and roughly £5 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£13 vs £17). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
How to get to Stafford from Birmingham by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Birmingham to Stafford is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Stafford are Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Stoke-on-Trent and Wolverhampton. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Stafford on Omio.
Birmingham is known for its industrial past, canal network and diverse food scene. It combines major shopping and cultural landmarks with lively neighbourhoods shaped by manufacturing, music and modern city life.
Manchester is known for its industrial heritage, influential music and deep football culture. Red-brick canalside areas, major museums and lively nightlife give it an energetic northern character.
Liverpool is known for The Beatles, football and a waterfront shaped by its maritime past. Its grand docks, museums and lively city centre give it a proud, creative character.
Stoke-on-Trent is a Staffordshire city known as The Potteries for its long ceramics heritage. Its six-town layout, bottle kilns and pottery museums give it a practical, industrial character.
Wolverhampton is a West Midlands city known for its industrial heritage, football culture and diverse communities. Historic buildings, busy markets and venues such as the Grand Theatre give it a direct, urban character.
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However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Birmingham and Stafford as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
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