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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Stafford is to drive which costs £11 - £18 and takes 1h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Stafford is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs £11 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Stafford?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Stafford. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Shrewsbury Arms PH via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Stafford?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Stafford. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Stafford via Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from Leicester to Stafford?

The distance between Leicester and Stafford is 55 miles. The road distance is 49.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Stafford without a car is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs £22 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 40m to get from Leicester to Stafford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Stafford bus from?

Leicester to Stafford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Stafford train from?

Leicester to Stafford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Stafford?

The best way to get from Leicester to Stafford is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs £22 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus and line 841 bus, which costs and takes 4h 34m.

Where does the Leicester to Stafford bus arrive?

Leicester to Stafford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Leicester to Stafford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Stafford?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Stafford is 49 miles. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Leicester to Stafford.

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

Book your Leicester to Stafford train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Leicester to Stafford bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Stafford?

There are 1022+ hotels available in Stafford.

Leicester to Stafford - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

How to get fromLeicester to Stafford

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 5 ways to get from Leicester to Stafford by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Nuneatontrain Leicester - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Nuneaton to Staffordtrain London Euston - Crewe / ...
1h 40m
£22–49
Drive 48.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Leicester to Staffordcar 48.9 mi
1h 23m
£12–18
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 158 / ...
2. Take the train from Nuneaton to Staffordtrain London Euston - Crewe / ...
2h 40m
£14–38
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leicester to Staffordtaxi 48.9 mi
1h 23m
£170–220
Bus, line 841 bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Sw
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shrewsbury Arms PHbus 841
4h 34m

Leicester to Stafford by train

126Weekly Trains

1h 40mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Leicester to Stafford.

Launch map view

Distance: 54.8 mi
Duration: 1h 40m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Stafford via Nuneaton in around 1h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Shrewsbury Arms PH via Bus Station and Bus Station in around 4h 34m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.