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The average train between Preston and Stafford takes 1h 22m and the fastest train takes 1h 3m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston 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.

1h 22m
Duration
75 mi
Distance
£25
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Preston to Stafford train times

Trains run hourly between Preston and Stafford. The earliest departure is at 4:15 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Stafford at 5:30 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast1h 4m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains1h 12m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains1h 12m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast1h 21m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperAvanti West Coast1h 38m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains1h 9m • 1 change
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    LumoAvanti West Coast1h 9m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains1h 11m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperAvanti West Coast1h 38m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains1h 9m • 1 change
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    LumoAvanti West Coast1h 9m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains1h 11m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperWest Midlands Trains1h 27m • 1 change
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    LumoWest Midlands Trains1h 5m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains1h 13m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast1h 4m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains1h 10m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains1h 14m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast1h 11m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast1h 4m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperAvanti West Coast1h 32m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains1h 9m • 1 change
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    LumoAvanti West Coast1h 9m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains1h 11m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperAvanti West Coast1h 38m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains1h 9m • 1 change
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    LumoAvanti West Coast1h 9m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains1h 11m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Preston 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.

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  • Distance: 74.9 mi
  • Duration: 1h 22m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Stafford, England?

You can take a train from Preston to Stafford via Crewe in around 1h 8m.

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