4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Oxford to Stafford
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€36
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€62
Fastest journey on Sep 20
1 h 53 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
2 h 42 m
Trains on Sep 20
2
Distance
131 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford to Stafford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Stafford will cost around €62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 2 trains from Oxford to Stafford, including 2 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 131 km distance in an average of 2 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 53 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 3 h 30 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.
9:40 AM3h30Oxford1:10 PMStafford€361One-way0 transfers- 9:39 AM1h53Oxford11:32 AMStafford€881One-way0 transfers
- 9:39 AM1h53Oxford11:32 AMStafford€881One-way0 transfers
- 9:40 AM3h30Oxford1:10 PMStafford€361One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Oxford to Stafford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Stafford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 23m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, while a train costs an average of €28.
Distance: 131 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€28 Average price | €10 Average price Cheapest | €42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 43m Average total duration 5h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Oxford to Stafford:
A bus is €35 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oxford to Stafford costing on average €52.
Other travel options to Stafford take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 45m.
Live departures
Oxford to Stafford train times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Stafford trains for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:39 AM Oxford | 1h53 | 11:32 AM Stafford | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:40 AM Oxford | 3h30 | 1:10 PM Stafford | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oxford to Stafford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Oxford to Stafford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €37 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 21:39. The fastest train covers the 131 km distance in 1h 36m.
Distance 131 km |
Average train duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €37 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 36m |
First train 5:20 AM |
Last train 9:39 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Oxford to Stafford trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Oxford and Stafford from €8. 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 Oxford to Stafford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford 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 Oxford to Stafford
Most Oxford to Stafford trains use the Oxford to Stafford station pair. Use this guide to compare Oxford and Stafford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Oxford station do trains to Stafford leave from?
Getting to Oxford from Oxford city centre
Oxford train station facilities and services
Oxford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oxford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford. ATMs are available at Oxford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oxford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oxford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oxford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Situated 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 Oxford 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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