What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Stafford?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Stafford is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 36 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Stafford?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Stafford is to train which takes 30 min and costs £9 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Stafford?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham to Stafford. However, there are services departing from Old Square and arriving at Wetherspoons PH via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Stafford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Stafford. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Birmingham to Stafford?

The distance between Birmingham and Stafford is 28 miles. The road distance is 28.3 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Stafford without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Stafford without a car is to train which takes 30 min and costs £9 - £24.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Stafford?

The train from Birmingham New Street to Stafford takes 30 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Stafford bus from?

Birmingham to Stafford bus services, operated by NX West Midlands, depart from Old Square station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Stafford train from?

Birmingham to Stafford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Stafford?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Stafford is to train which takes 30 min and costs £9 - £24. Alternatively, you can bus and line 74 bus, which costs and takes 2h 12m.

Where does the Birmingham to Stafford bus arrive?

Birmingham to Stafford bus services, operated by NX West Midlands, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Birmingham to Stafford train arrive?

Birmingham to Stafford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stafford station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Stafford?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Stafford is 28 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Birmingham to Stafford.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham to Stafford?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Birmingham to Stafford?

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Where can I stay near Stafford?

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Birmingham to Stafford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 74 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Birmingham to Stafford by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Staffordtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
30 min
£9–24
Drive 28.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Birmingham to Staffordcar 28.1 mi
36 min
£7–10
Bus, line 74 bus
1. Take the bus from Old Square to Bus Stationbus X51
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Wetherspoons PHbus 74
2h 12m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Birmingham to Staffordtaxi 28.1 mi
36 min
£100–130

Birmingham to Stafford by train

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Distance: 27.9 mi
Duration: 30 min

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

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Stafford hourly. Tickets cost £15–22 and the journey takes 30 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Old Square to Wetherspoons PH via Bus Station in around 2h 12m.

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