Introduction
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 December
Estimated hotel price
£59
1 night at 3-star hotel
Stafford in December
Estimated hotel price
£59
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 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 10m and costs around £19 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Newcastle upon Tyne, expect to pay about £27 for a 2h 41m trip. Located 0.3 miles from the city centre, Stafford is the busiest station in Stafford. Another popular train station is Stafford Penkridge, located 6 miles from the centre.

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 GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Stafford using National Express or FlixBus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Stafford takes 65 miles and will cost you around £14. From Leeds, the ticket costs about £10 for a journey of 70 miles.

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 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 10m and costs around £19 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Newcastle upon Tyne, expect to pay about £27 for a 2h 41m trip. Located 0.3 miles from the city centre, Stafford is the busiest station in Stafford. Another popular train station is Stafford Penkridge, located 6 miles from the centre.

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 GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Stafford using National Express or FlixBus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Stafford takes 65 miles and will cost you around £14. From Leeds, the ticket costs about £10 for a journey of 70 miles.

Airports near Stafford

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Stafford

Lufthansa
Good (7,409 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,385 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,361 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,960 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,731 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,968 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,929 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,937 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,469 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,334 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,139 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,484 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,114 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,250 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (359 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,323 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (993 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,977 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Stafford

Most booked hotels in Stafford

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Weston Hall
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£128+
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The Moat House
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£87+
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Holiday Inn Express Stafford By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£52+
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The Swan Hotel, Stafford, Staffordshire
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£78+
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Stone House Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£55+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Cannock Norton Canes M6 Toll
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£40+
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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, 28% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.33 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 £15.86 and £21.15. The most frequently booked car type in Stafford is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Class Intermediate SUV or similar) is, on average, 64% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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, 28% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.33 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 £15.86 and £21.15. The most frequently booked car type in Stafford is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Class Intermediate SUV or similar) is, on average, 64% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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