The average train between Wakefield and Stafford takes 2h 27m and the fastest train takes 1h 56m. There is a train service every few hours from Wakefield 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 Wakefield and Stafford. The earliest departure is at 3:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Wakefield is at 8:32 PM which arrives into Stafford at 10:59 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Stafford. However, there are services departing from Wakefield station and arriving at Stafford station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.
Wakefield to Stafford train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.
Wakefield to Stafford train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Stafford station.
Book your Wakefield to Stafford train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast and Cross Country.
The distance between Wakefield and Stafford is 106 km. The road distance is 149 km.
You can take a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Stafford via Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 13m.