The average train between Dover and Stafford takes 3h 2m and the fastest train takes 2h 30m. There is a train service every few hours from Dover 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 Dover and Stafford. The earliest departure is at 6:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dover is at 10:48 PM which arrives into Stafford at 7:48 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 3h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Dover to Stafford? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Dover to Stafford. However, there are services departing from Dover station and arriving at Stafford station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.
Dover to Stafford train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.
Dover to Stafford train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Stafford station.
Book your Dover to Stafford train tickets online with Southeastern and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Dover and Stafford is 300 km. The road distance is 338 km.
You can take a train from Dover Priory to Stafford via London St Pancras Intl and London Euston in around 2h 47m.