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 November
Estimated hotel price
£56
1 night at 3-star hotel
Stafford in November
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 46 km 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.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Stafford, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Stafford to Bradford takes 1h 29m and costs around £38 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Leeds, expect to pay about £37 for a 1h 40m trip. Located 0.4 km from the city centre, Stafford is the busiest station in Stafford. Another popular train station is Stafford Penkridge, located 9 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Stafford is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 199 km from Stafford. You’ll find branches of Turo and Avis, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Stafford using National Express or FlixBus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Stafford takes 113 km and will cost you around £8. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about £13 for a journey of 241 km.

Plane

Although Stafford doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Birmingham Airport (UK) (BHX), which is located 46 km 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.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Stafford, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Stafford to Bradford takes 1h 29m and costs around £38 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Leeds, expect to pay about £37 for a 1h 40m trip. Located 0.4 km from the city centre, Stafford is the busiest station in Stafford. Another popular train station is Stafford Penkridge, located 9 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Stafford is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 199 km from Stafford. You’ll find branches of Turo and Avis, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Stafford using National Express or FlixBus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Stafford takes 113 km and will cost you around £8. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about £13 for a journey of 241 km.

Airports near Stafford

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Stafford

KLM
Good (1,458 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,789 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,755 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,215 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,224 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,878 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,118 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,325 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,533 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,739 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,522 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (898 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,692 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,732 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,181 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,405 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,364 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,171 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (387 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,145 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Stafford

Most booked hotels in Stafford

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Abbey Hotel
1 star
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£70+
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The Dog & Doublet Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£82+
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Holiday Inn Express Stafford By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£50+
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Stone House Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£69+
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The Swan Hotel, Stafford, Staffordshire - The Coaching Inn Group
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£81+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Stafford
2 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£35+
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Hiring a car in Stafford

Hiring a car in Stafford costs £35 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 38% 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 £15.94 and £21.26. The most frequently booked car type in Stafford is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 68% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Stafford costs £35 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 38% 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 £15.94 and £21.26. The most frequently booked car type in Stafford is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 68% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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