The average train between Slough and Stafford takes 2h 49m and the fastest train takes 2h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Slough 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 Slough and Stafford. The earliest departure is at 5:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Slough is at 7:54 PM which arrives into Stafford at 11:03 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Slough to Stafford. However, there are services departing from Slough station and arriving at Stafford station via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.
Slough to Stafford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.
Slough to Stafford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Stafford station.
Book your Slough to Stafford train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and Elizabeth Line (TfL).
The distance between Slough and Stafford is 177.5 km. The road distance is 231 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Stafford hourly. Tickets cost £65–95 and the journey takes 2h 16m.