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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car
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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
£56
1 night at 3-star hotel
Stafford in March
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 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

Airlines serving Stafford

Lufthansa
Good (8,256 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,577 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,244 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,084 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,453 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,256 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,628 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,649 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (977 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,726 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,667 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,279 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,007 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,195 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,538 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (433 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,720 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,428 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,443 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,507 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Stafford

Most booked hotels in Stafford

Holiday Inn Express Stafford By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£58+
Stone House Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£75+
The Swan Hotel, Stafford, Staffordshire
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£81+
Days Inn by Wyndham Stafford
2 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
£35+
Vine, Stafford by Marston's Inns
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
£46+
Travelodge Stafford M6
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£32+

Hiring a car in Stafford

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

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 14% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.74 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 £20.84 and £27.79. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Stafford, while also 39% cheaper than other types, on average.

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

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 14% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.74 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 £20.84 and £27.79. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Stafford, while also 39% cheaper than other types, on average.