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 November
Estimated hotel price
£56
1 night at 3-star hotel
Stafford in November
Estimated hotel price
£56
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 easyJet, British Airways, Loganair and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Stafford departs from Belfast and takes around 50m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Stafford, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Stafford to Liverpool takes 0h 51m and costs around £34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about £10 for a 2h 06m 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

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Stafford, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From London, the bus ride to Stafford takes 225 km and will cost you around £13. From Bristol, the ticket costs about £14 for a journey of 354 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 easyJet, British Airways, Loganair and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Stafford departs from Belfast and takes around 50m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Stafford, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Stafford to Liverpool takes 0h 51m and costs around £34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about £10 for a 2h 06m 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

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Stafford, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From London, the bus ride to Stafford takes 225 km and will cost you around £13. From Bristol, the ticket costs about £14 for a journey of 354 km.

Airports near Stafford

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Stafford

KLM
Good (1,432 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,626 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,007 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,571 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,090 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,810 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,095 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,045 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,677 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,434 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,504 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,516 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,331 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,605 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,095 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,146 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,412 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (902 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 (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£142+
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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)
£43+
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The Moat House
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£90+
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The Swan Hotel, Stafford, Staffordshire
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£68+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Cannock Norton Canes M6 Toll
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£32+
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Hiring a car in Stafford

Hiring a car in Stafford costs £39 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 39% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.36 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 £16.23 and £21.63. Mini (Fiat 500 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Stafford, while also 78% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Stafford costs £39 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 39% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.36 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 £16.23 and £21.63. Mini (Fiat 500 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Stafford, while also 78% cheaper than other types, on average.

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