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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Stafford is to bus which costs £27 - £65 and takes 5h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Stafford is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Stafford?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Stafford. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Wetherspoons PH via Old Square and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Stafford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Stafford. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Southampton to Stafford?

The distance between Southampton and Stafford is 174 miles. The road distance is 162.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Stafford without a car is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £90 - £140.

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

The train from Southampton Central to Stafford takes 3h 16m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Stafford bus from?

Southampton to Stafford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Stafford train from?

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

Train or bus from Southampton to Stafford?

The best way to get from Southampton to Stafford is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £90 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £65 and takes 5h 59m.

Where does the Southampton to Stafford bus arrive?

Southampton to Stafford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Southampton to Stafford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southampton to Stafford?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Stafford is 162 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Southampton to Stafford.

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

Book your Southampton to Stafford train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Southampton to Stafford bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Stafford?

There are 1020+ hotels available in Stafford.

Southampton to Stafford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

How to get fromSouthampton to Stafford

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 4 ways to get from Southampton to Stafford by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Southampton Central to Staffordtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 16m
£90–140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 160
2. Take the bus from Old Square to Bus Stationbus X51
5h 59m
£27–63
Drive 161.3 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Staffordcar 161.3 mi
2h 58m
£40–57
Fly, train
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane SOU - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Staffordtrain
5h 54m
£114–224

Southampton to Stafford by train

96Weekly Trains

3h 16mAverage Duration

£90Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Southampton to Stafford.

Launch map view

Distance: 172.6 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Southampton Central to Stafford hourly. Tickets cost £90–140 and the journey takes 3h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Wetherspoons PH via Birmingham Coach Station, Old Square, and Bus Station in around 5h 59m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus 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.