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 March
Estimated hotel price
£55
1 night at 3-star hotel
Stafford in March
Estimated hotel price
£55
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 British Airways, Aer Lingus, easyJet and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Stafford departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

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 Rentacar, among others, in London.

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 British Airways, Aer Lingus, easyJet and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Stafford departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

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 Rentacar, among others, in London.

Airports near Stafford

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Stafford

Lufthansa
Good (8,176 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,555 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,151 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,476 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,035 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,498 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,263 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,639 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (949 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,739 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,088 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,648 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,932 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,213 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,455 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,500 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,428 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,444 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,360 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Stafford

Most booked hotels in Stafford

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Holiday Inn Express Stafford By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£62+
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The Swan Hotel, Stafford, Staffordshire
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£73+
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Stone House Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£78+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Stafford
2 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£41+
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Vine, Stafford by Marston's Inns
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£48+
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Travelodge Stafford M6
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£38+
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Hiring a car in Stafford

Hiring a car in Stafford costs £30 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 22% cheaper than airport locations in Stafford.

Expect to pay £1.54 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 £18.41 and £24.54. Compact (Nissan Juke or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Stafford, while also 57% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Stafford costs £30 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 22% cheaper than airport locations in Stafford.

Expect to pay £1.54 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 £18.41 and £24.54. Compact (Nissan Juke or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Stafford, while also 57% cheaper than other types, on average.

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