The average train between Durham and Stafford takes 4h and the fastest train takes 3h 31m. There is a train service every few hours from Durham 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 Durham and Stafford. The earliest departure is at 4:37 AM at night, and the last departure from Durham is at 9:18 PM which arrives into Stafford at 5:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 4h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Durham 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 Durham to Stafford. However, there are services departing from Durham station and arriving at Stafford station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.
Durham to Stafford train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Durham station.
Durham to Stafford train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Stafford station.
Book your Durham to Stafford train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast and Cross Country.
The distance between Durham and Stafford is 222.1 km. The road distance is 303 km.
You can take a train from Durham to Stafford via Leeds and Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 49m.