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 (8,032 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,525 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,007 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,423 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,395 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,960 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,222 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,593 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,751 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (922 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,726 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,569 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,796 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,095 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,195 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,399 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (408 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,346 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,445 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,262 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)
£69+
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Stone House Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£78+
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The Swan Hotel, Stafford, Staffordshire
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£74+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Stafford
2 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£37+
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The Vine Hotel by Thegreatvine Ltd
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£50+
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Hiring a car in Stafford

Hiring a car in Stafford costs £29 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 8% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.57 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 £18.84 and £25.12. Compact (Nissan Juke or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Stafford, while also 55% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Stafford costs £29 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 8% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.57 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 £18.84 and £25.12. Compact (Nissan Juke or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Stafford, while also 55% cheaper than other types, on average.

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