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

The cheapest way to get from Stafford to Lincoln is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stafford to Lincoln is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Stafford and Lincoln?

No, there is no direct bus from Stafford to Lincoln station. However, there are services departing from Mill Bank and arriving at Rail Station Car Park via Bus Station, Bus Station, Mount Street and Broad Marsh Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Stafford and Lincoln?

No, there is no direct train from Stafford to Lincoln. However, there are services departing from Stafford and arriving at Lincoln Central via Tamworth High Level and Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Stafford to Lincoln?

The distance between Stafford and Lincoln is 97 miles. The road distance is 85.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stafford to Lincoln without a car is to train via Nottingham which takes 2h 57m and costs £45 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Stafford to Lincoln, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stafford to Lincoln bus from?

Stafford to Lincoln bus services, operated by Chaserider, depart from Mill Bank station.

Where do I catch the Stafford to Lincoln train from?

Stafford to Lincoln train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Tamworth High Level station.

Train or bus from Stafford to Lincoln?

The best way to get from Stafford to Lincoln is to train via Nottingham which takes 2h 57m and costs £45 - £80. Alternatively, you can line 841 bus and bus, which costs and takes 5h 21m.

Where does the Stafford to Lincoln bus arrive?

Stafford to Lincoln bus services, operated by Chaserider, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Stafford to Lincoln train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stafford to Lincoln?

Yes, the driving distance between Stafford to Lincoln is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Stafford to Lincoln.

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

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Stafford to Lincoln - 4 ways to travel via train, line 841 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train via Nottingham
best
1. Take the train from Tamworth High Level to Nottinghamtrain Birmingham New Street - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Lincoln Centraltrain Matlock - Cleethorpes / ...
2h 57m
£46–76
Drive 85 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stafford to Lincolncar 85 mi
1h 42m
£21–30
Line 841 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Mill Bank to Bus Stationbus 841
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Sw
3. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Rail Station Car Parkbus 451
5h 21m
Train
1. Take the train from Stoke-on-Trent to Lincoln Centraltrain Crewe - Lincoln Central
3h 53m
£45–79

Stafford to Lincoln by train

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Distance: 96.7 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

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

You can take a train from Stafford to Lincoln Central via Tamworth High Level and Nottingham in around 2h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mill Bank to Rail Station Car Park via Bus Station, Bus Station, Upper Parliament Street, Mount Street, and Broad Marsh Bus Station in around 5h 21m.

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