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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stafford to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 45m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, while a train costs an average of £49.
Distance: 117 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£49 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest | £23 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 22m Average total duration 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Stafford to Leeds, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Stafford to Leeds:
A coach is £32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stafford to Leeds costing on average £49.
Other travel options to Leeds take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 22m.
Tickets start at around £49 compared to roughly £23 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£26. The journey takes 2h 15m versus 2h 5m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
How to get to Leeds from Stafford by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Stafford to Leeds 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 Leeds are York, Manchester, Sheffield, Harrogate and Skipton. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Leeds on Omio.
York is known for its Roman and Viking heritage, medieval streets and the imposing York Minster. Its compact centre, old walls and busy mix of shops, pubs and museums make it easy to grasp the city's historic character.
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.
Sheffield is known for its steelmaking heritage, modern music culture and easy access to green space. It feels both urban and outdoorsy, with Victorian buildings, independent venues and the Peak District nearby.
Harrogate is a Yorkshire spa town known for its gardens, Turkish Baths and classic tea rooms. Elegant streets and easy access to nearby countryside give it a calm, polished character.
Skipton is a North Yorkshire market town known for its medieval castle and its position on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales. Its canalside setting, traditional shops and long market heritage give it a friendly, grounded character.
Travel to Leeds easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Stafford to Leeds.
This is compared to other travel options from Stafford to Leeds:
A coach is £32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stafford to Leeds costing on average £49.
Other travel options to Leeds take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 22m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Stafford and Leeds as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
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