The average train between Doncaster and Stafford takes 2h 34m and the fastest train takes 2h 6m. There is a train service every few hours from Doncaster to Stafford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Doncaster and Stafford. The earliest departure is at 5:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Doncaster is at 9:42 PM which arrives into Stafford at 5:54 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Doncaster to Stafford. However, there are services departing from Doncaster station and arriving at Stafford station via Stockport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.
Doncaster to Stafford train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Doncaster station.
Doncaster to Stafford train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Stafford station.
Book your Doncaster to Stafford train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast and Cross Country.
The distance between Doncaster and Stafford is 103.3 km. The road distance is 164 km.
You can take a train from Doncaster to Stafford via Stockport in around 2h 11m.