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 U-Save, 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 U-Save, among others, in London.

Airports near Stafford

Airlines serving Stafford

Lufthansa
Good (8,057 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,527 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,047 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,405 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,411 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,968 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,233 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,605 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,815 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (932 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,726 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,585 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,822 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,172 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,198 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,408 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (411 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,452 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,375 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,273 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Stafford

Most booked hotels in Stafford

The Dorm Bed and Breakfast
3 stars
Excellent (9.8, Excellent reviews)
£112+
Holiday Inn Express Stafford By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£65+
Stone House Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£84+
The Swan Hotel, Stafford, Staffordshire
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£110+
Days Inn by Wyndham Stafford
2 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£41+
Crown Hotel - Stone, Near Stoke-On-Trent by OYO
3 stars
Okay (5.7, Okay reviews)
£63+

Hiring a car in Stafford

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

Expect to pay £1.60 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 £19.15 and £25.53. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Stafford, while also 49% cheaper than other types, on average.

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

Expect to pay £1.60 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 £19.15 and £25.53. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Stafford, while also 49% cheaper than other types, on average.