Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Stafford travel guide

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You're Going to Love Stafford

With a population of 65,290, Stafford is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Stafford to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Stafford

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Lesters Arms (Kiddemore Green Rd) and The Littleton Arms (St Michael's Square, Penkridge) are great picks.

When to visit Stafford

Stafford in December
Estimated hotel price
£62
1 night at 3-star hotel
Stafford in December
Estimated hotel price
£62
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Stafford

Plane

Although Stafford doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Birmingham Airport (UK) (BHX), which is located 29 miles from Stafford. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, Loganair, British Airways and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Stafford departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Stafford, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Stafford to Sheffield takes 1h 18m and costs around £12 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £43 for a 2h 41m trip. Located 0.3 miles from the city centre, Stafford is the busiest station in Stafford. Another popular train station is Stafford Penkridge, located 6 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Stafford is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 123 miles from Stafford. You’ll find branches of Turo and Hertz, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Stafford, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Stafford takes 70 miles and will cost you around £8. From Rotherham, the ticket costs about £7 for a journey of 90 miles.

Plane

Although Stafford doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Birmingham Airport (UK) (BHX), which is located 29 miles from Stafford. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, Loganair, British Airways and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Stafford departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Stafford, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Stafford to Sheffield takes 1h 18m and costs around £12 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £43 for a 2h 41m trip. Located 0.3 miles from the city centre, Stafford is the busiest station in Stafford. Another popular train station is Stafford Penkridge, located 6 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Stafford is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 123 miles from Stafford. You’ll find branches of Turo and Hertz, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Stafford, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Stafford takes 70 miles and will cost you around £8. From Rotherham, the ticket costs about £7 for a journey of 90 miles.

Airports near Stafford

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Stafford

KLM
Good (1,410 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,570 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,009 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,516 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,044 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,784 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,015 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,010 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,407 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,486 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (868 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,444 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,289 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,575 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,058 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,135 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,400 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (894 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Stafford

Most booked hotels in Stafford

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Weston Hall
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£143+
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Abbey Hotel
1 star
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£64+
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Holiday Inn Express Stafford By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£47+
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The Moat House
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£91+
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The Swan Hotel, Stafford, Staffordshire
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£68+
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Stone House Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£67+
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Hiring a car in Stafford

Hiring a car in Stafford costs £32 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 21% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.33 per litre in Stafford (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.96 and £21.28. Economy (Opel Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Stafford, while also 70% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Stafford costs £32 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 21% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.33 per litre in Stafford (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.96 and £21.28. Economy (Opel Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Stafford, while also 70% cheaper than other types, on average.

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