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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, Aer Lingus 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 Birmingham takes 2h 05m and costs around £34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £86 for a 2h 46m 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 Leeds, the bus ride to Stafford takes 113 km and will cost you around £7. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about £7 for a journey of 129 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, Aer Lingus 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 Birmingham takes 2h 05m and costs around £34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £86 for a 2h 46m 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 Leeds, the bus ride to Stafford takes 113 km and will cost you around £7. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about £7 for a journey of 129 km.

Airports near Stafford

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Stafford

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,936 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Stafford

Most booked hotels in Stafford

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The Moat House
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£102+
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Holiday Inn Express Stafford
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£63+
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The Swan Hotel, Stafford, Staffordshire
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£78+
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Weston Hall
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£157+
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Stone House Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£60+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Cannock Norton Canes M6 Toll
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£48+
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Hiring a car in Stafford

Hiring a car in Stafford costs £44 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 26% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.30 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 £15.58 and £20.77. Compact (Class Compact Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Stafford, while also 76% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Stafford costs £44 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 26% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.30 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 £15.58 and £20.77. Compact (Class Compact Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Stafford, while also 76% cheaper than other types, on average.

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