The cheapest and fastest trains from Bournemouth to Stafford
Cheapest price
$141
Average price
$141
Fastest journey
4 h 31 m
Average duration
4 h 31 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
232 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bournemouth to Stafford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Stafford will cost around $141 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $141.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bournemouth for Stafford on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 232 km distance in an average of 4 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 31 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 4 h 31 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bournemouth to Stafford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Stafford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €32, and a train costs an average of €60.
Distance: 144 miles (232 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€74 Average price | €32 Average price Cheapest |
4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 45m Average total duration 12h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bournemouth to Stafford train times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Stafford trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:18 AM Bournemouth | 4h31 | 11:49 AM Stafford | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bournemouth to Stafford
Trains from Bournemouth to Stafford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $74 (€60) but you can travel from only $39 (€32) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 22:26. The fastest train covers the 144 miles (232 km) distance in 3h 52m.
Distance 144 miles (232 km) |
Average train duration 3h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $74 (€60) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 52m |
First train 05:15 |
Last train 22:26 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Cross Country from Bournemouth to Stafford trainsCrossCountry, South Western Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Bournemouth and Stafford from $39 (€32). 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 Bournemouth to Stafford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth to Stafford
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:40 Saturday 05:40 - 20:40 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
- Car Park: Premium
- Taxi: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Southampton / Brockenhurst: Station entrance on Halfords side. To Poole: Station entrance on Asda side.
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
- Car Park: Stafford Multi Story (Car Park 2)
- 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
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: 84 cycle spaces in two bays on platform 1 with 42 cycle spaces in Car Park 2 (Multi-Story)
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station on the left hand side.
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