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. Stafford deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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 November
Estimated hotel price
£57
1 night at 3-star hotel
Stafford in November
Estimated hotel price
£57
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 46 km 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.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Stafford, followed by Trenitalia. The train journey from Stafford to Liverpool takes 0h 52m and costs around £40 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about £38 for a 1h 40m trip. Located 0.4 km from the city centre, Stafford is the busiest station in Stafford. Another popular train station is Stafford Penkridge, located 9 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Stafford is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 199 km from Stafford. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Stafford using FlixBus or National Express. From Leeds, the bus ride to Stafford takes 113 km and will cost you around £8. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about £12 for a journey of 113 km.

Plane

Although Stafford doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Birmingham Airport (UK) (BHX), which is located 46 km 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.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Stafford, followed by Trenitalia. The train journey from Stafford to Liverpool takes 0h 52m and costs around £40 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about £38 for a 1h 40m trip. Located 0.4 km from the city centre, Stafford is the busiest station in Stafford. Another popular train station is Stafford Penkridge, located 9 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Stafford is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 199 km from Stafford. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Stafford using FlixBus or National Express. From Leeds, the bus ride to Stafford takes 113 km and will cost you around £8. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about £12 for a journey of 113 km.

Airports near Stafford

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Stafford

KLM
Good (1,472 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,856 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,801 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,296 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,259 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,901 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,142 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,547 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,441 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,543 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,736 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (900 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,719 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,815 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,184 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,373 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,428 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (391 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,170 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,216 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Stafford

Most booked hotels in Stafford

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The Dorm Bed and Breakfast
3 stars
Excellent (9.9, Excellent reviews)
£120+
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Abbey Hotel
1 star
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£71+
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The Dog & Doublet Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£88+
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Holiday Inn Express Stafford By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£53+
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Stone House Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£70+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Stafford
2 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£38+
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Hiring a car in Stafford

Hiring a car in Stafford costs £37 per day, on average, or £73 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 38% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.37 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 £16.39 and £21.85. The most frequently booked car type in Stafford is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Citroen C1 or similar) is, on average, 78% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Stafford costs £37 per day, on average, or £73 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 38% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.37 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 £16.39 and £21.85. The most frequently booked car type in Stafford is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Citroen C1 or similar) is, on average, 78% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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