The average train between Sleaford and Stafford takes 3h 46m and the fastest train takes 2h 53m. There is a train service every few hours from Sleaford 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 Sleaford and Stafford. The earliest departure is at 6:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sleaford is at 10:17 PM which arrives into Stafford at 8:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Nottingham and take an average of 3h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Sleaford 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 Sleaford to Stafford. However, there are services departing from Sleaford station and arriving at Stafford station via Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.
Sleaford to Stafford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Sleaford station.
Sleaford to Stafford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Tamworth High Level station.
Book your Sleaford to Stafford train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Cross Country and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Sleaford and Stafford is 116.5 km. The road distance is 166 km.
You can take a train from Sleaford to Stafford via Nottingham and Tamworth in around 3h 24m.