The average train between Stamford and Ludlow takes 4h 30m and the fastest train takes 3h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Stamford to Ludlow. 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 Stamford and Ludlow. The earliest departure is at 6:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stamford is at 10:13 PM which arrives into Ludlow at 7:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 4h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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4h 9m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Stamford to Ludlow? 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 Stamford to Ludlow. However, there are services departing from Stamford station and arriving at Ludlow station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.
Stamford to Ludlow train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Stamford station.
Stamford to Ludlow train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Ludlow station.
Book your Stamford to Ludlow train tickets online with Cross Country, Transport for Wales and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Stamford and Ludlow is 154.5 km. The road distance is 240 km.
You can take a train from Stamford to Ludlow via Birmingham New Street and Shrewsbury in around 3h 38m.