The cheapest and fastest trains from Stafford to London
Cheapest price
$66
Average price
$72
Fastest journey
1 h 52 m
Average duration
1 h 57 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
198 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stafford to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stafford to London will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $66.
Of the 5 trains that leave Stafford for London on Mon, Dec 15, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 15 the direct trains cover the 198 km distance in an average of 1 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 52 m .
On Mon, Dec 15 the slowest trains will take 2 h 14 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, bus, and flight for Stafford to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stafford to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a flight costs an average of €55.
Distance: 123 miles (198 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€45 Average price | €23 Average price Cheapest | €78 Average price |
2h 16m Average total duration 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration 4h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Stafford to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Stafford to London trains for today, Sunday, December 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:20 PM Stafford | 2h03 | 5:23 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:14 PM Stafford | 2h51 | 12:05 AM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, December 15 | |||||
![]() | 5:09 AM Stafford | 1h56 | 7:05 AM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:32 AM Stafford | 1h52 | 9:24 AM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:24 AM Stafford | 2h14 | 10:38 AM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:32 AM Stafford | 1h52 | 10:24 AM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stafford to London
Trains from Stafford to London run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 22:32. The fastest train covers the 123 miles (198 km) distance in 1h 18m.
Distance 123 miles (198 km) |
Average train duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 1h 18m |
First train 00:15 |
Last train 22:32 |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast from Stafford to London trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Stafford and London from $14 (€11). 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 Stafford to London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stafford to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Stafford to London
- 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.
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Accessibility category C. This station does not have step-free access
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: London buses operate from outside the station
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use Bus stop F in Bethnal Green Road for northbound services towards Enfield Town/Cheshunt/Chingford Use Bus stop E in Bethnal Green Road for southbound services towards Liverpool Street
- Metro: Bethnal Green London Underground station (Central line) is approximately 8 minutes' walk away
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:30 - 10:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Accessibility category C . This station does not have step-free access.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: London buses operate from outside the station
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use Bus stop J in High Road for northbound services to Enfield Town/Cheshunt Use Bus stop C in High Road for southbound services to Seven Sisters/Liverpool Street
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Accessibility category C . This station does not have step-free access.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Three stands outside station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: London buses operate from outside the station
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use Bus stop M in Cambridge Heath Road for northbound services toward Enfield Town/Cheshunt/Chingford Use Bus stop P in Mare Street for southbound services towards Liverpool Street
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