The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Stafford
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €6
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €13
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 32 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 34 m
- Trains on Nov 02
- 5
- Distance
- 39 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Stafford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Stafford will cost around €13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 5 trains from Birmingham to Stafford, including 5 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 39 km distance in an average of 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 32 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 36 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

7:34 AM 0h36 Birmingham 8:10 AM Stafford €6 1 One-way 0 transfers
8:01 AM 0h32 Birmingham 8:33 AM Stafford €13 1 One-way 0 transfers
8:30 AM 0h32 Birmingham 9:02 AM Stafford €14 1 One-way 0 transfers
9:01 AM 0h32 Birmingham 9:33 AM Stafford €14 1 One-way 0 transfers
4:34 AM 0h36 Birmingham 5:10 AM Stafford €18 1 One-way 0 transfers

8:30 AM 0h32 Birmingham 9:02 AM Stafford €14 1 One-way 0 transfers
9:01 AM 0h32 Birmingham 9:33 AM Stafford €14 1 One-way 0 transfers
8:01 AM 0h32 Birmingham 8:33 AM Stafford €13 1 One-way 0 transfers
7:34 AM 0h36 Birmingham 8:10 AM Stafford €6 1 One-way 0 transfers
4:34 AM 0h36 Birmingham 5:10 AM Stafford €18 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Stafford
Trains from Birmingham to Stafford run on average 9 times per day, taking around 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 39 km distance in 30m.
Distance 39 km |
Average train duration 35m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 30m |
First train 4:50 AM |
Last train 11:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
Birmingham to Stafford train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Stafford trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:01 AM Birmingham | 0h31 | 8:32 AM Stafford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:57 AM Birmingham | 0h34 | 9:31 AM Stafford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Birmingham | 0h31 | 9:31 AM Stafford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:01 AM Birmingham | 0h30 | 9:31 AM Stafford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM Birmingham | 0h31 | 10:31 AM Stafford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:01 AM Birmingham | 0h30 | 10:31 AM Stafford | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Birmingham and Stafford
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FAQs: Trains from Birmingham to Stafford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Stafford by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Stafford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birmingham to Stafford
Most Birmingham to Stafford trains use the Birmingham New Street to Stafford station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Stafford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Birmingham Snow Hill from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham Snow Hill train station facilities and services
Birmingham Snow Hill has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Snow Hill.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Snow Hill. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available on the station concourse, by the Ticket Office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Stafford station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
Getting to Stafford from Stafford city centre
Stafford train station facilities and services
Stafford has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stafford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Stafford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stafford. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stafford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stafford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stafford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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