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 (8,155 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,545 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,132 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,452 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,018 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,485 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,256 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,625 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (951 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,035 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,747 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,636 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,900 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,212 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,384 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,486 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,423 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (422 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,430 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,345 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)
£65+
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Stone House Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£77+
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The Swan Hotel, Stafford, Staffordshire
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£77+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Cannock Norton Canes M6 Toll
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£45+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Stafford
2 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£40+
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Vine, Stafford by Marston's Inns
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£51+
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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 12% cheaper than airport locations in Stafford.

Expect to pay £1.52 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 £18.20 and £24.26. Compact (Skoda Scala or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Stafford, while also 65% 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 12% cheaper than airport locations in Stafford.

Expect to pay £1.52 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 £18.20 and £24.26. Compact (Skoda Scala or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Stafford, while also 65% cheaper than other types, on average.

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