The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Stafford
Cheapest price
€6
Average price
€13
Fastest journey
32 m
Average duration
34 m
Trains per day
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.
Of the 5 trains that leave Birmingham for Stafford on Mon, Aug 03, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 03 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, Aug 03 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 AM0h36Birmingham8:10 AMStafford€61One-way0 transfers
8:01 AM0h32Birmingham8:33 AMStafford€131One-way0 transfers
8:30 AM0h32Birmingham9:02 AMStafford€131One-way0 transfers
9:01 AM0h32Birmingham9:33 AMStafford€131One-way0 transfers
4:34 AM0h36Birmingham5:10 AMStafford€181One-way0 transfers
8:30 AM0h32Birmingham9:02 AMStafford€131One-way0 transfers
9:01 AM0h32Birmingham9:33 AMStafford€131One-way0 transfers
8:01 AM0h32Birmingham8:33 AMStafford€131One-way0 transfers
7:34 AM0h36Birmingham8:10 AMStafford€61One-way0 transfers
4:34 AM0h36Birmingham5:10 AMStafford€181One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Birmingham to Stafford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Stafford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €6, and a bus costs an average of €18.
Distance: 39 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€12 Average price Cheapest | €18 Average price |
1h 5m Average total duration Fastest 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Birmingham to Stafford train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Stafford trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:34 AM Birmingham | 0h36 | 5:10 AM Stafford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:34 AM Birmingham | 0h36 | 8:10 AM Stafford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:01 AM Birmingham | 0h32 | 8:33 AM Stafford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 AM Birmingham | 0h32 | 9:02 AM Stafford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:01 AM Birmingham | 0h32 | 9:33 AM Stafford | 0 transfersDirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Birmingham to Stafford by train or bus
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Why should you book Birmingham to Stafford trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country or West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Birmingham to Stafford.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country or West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Birmingham to Stafford.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Birmingham to Stafford.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Stafford
Trains from Birmingham to Stafford run on average 10 times per day, taking around 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 10 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 €6 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 30m |
First train 4:50 AM |
Last train 11:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country from Birmingham to Stafford trainsCrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country trains will get you between Birmingham and Stafford from €6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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 Selly Oak from Birmingham city centre
Selly Oak is 4 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Selly Oak train station facilities and services
Selly Oak has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Selly Oak.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Selly Oak. 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 Selly Oak: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Selly Oak: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Selly Oak: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, 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 in the Booking Hall and on Platform One, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, 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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