The cheapest and fastest trains from Stafford to Rugeley
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$9
Fastest journey
21 m
Average duration
21 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
13 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stafford to Rugeley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stafford to Rugeley will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
It's difficult to get from Stafford to Rugeley without transferring at least once.
C18016 · W115241:32 PM0h21Stafford station (STA)1:53 PMRugeley Town (RGT)$91One-way1 transfer
C17837 · W1150910:32 AM0h21Stafford station (STA)10:53 AMRugeley Town (RGT)$91One-way1 transfer
C17874 · W1151311:32 AM0h21Stafford station (STA)11:53 AMRugeley Town (RGT)$91One-way1 transfer
C17854 · W115059:32 AM0h21Stafford station (STA)9:53 AMRugeley Town (RGT)$91One-way1 transfer
C17806 · W1151812:32 PM0h21Stafford station (STA)12:53 PMRugeley Town (RGT)$91One-way1 transfer
C18016 · W115241:32 PM0h21Stafford station (STA)1:53 PMRugeley Town (RGT)$91One-way1 transfer
C17884 · W115018:32 AM0h21Stafford station (STA)8:53 AMRugeley Town (RGT)$111One-way1 transfer
C17837 · W1150910:32 AM0h21Stafford station (STA)10:53 AMRugeley Town (RGT)$91One-way1 transfer
C17874 · W1151311:32 AM0h21Stafford station (STA)11:53 AMRugeley Town (RGT)$91One-way1 transfer
C17854 · W115059:32 AM0h21Stafford station (STA)9:53 AMRugeley Town (RGT)$91One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Stafford to Rugeley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stafford to Rugeley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $9.
Distance: 8 miles (13 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$9 Average price Cheapest | $4 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
42m Average total duration Fastest 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Rugeley take longer:
Bus takes on average 40m.
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (12m by train vs 21m by car). Tickets start at around $9 (€7) compared to roughly $4 (€4) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with West Midlands Trains.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Why book with Omio vs West Midlands Trains?
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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 Cross Country, Avanti West Coast or West Midlands Trains to find the best option for your trip from Stafford to Rugeley.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Stafford to Rugeley.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Stafford to Rugeley
Trains from Stafford to Rugeley run on average 5 times per day, taking around 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:44, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 8 miles (13 km) distance in 21m.
Distance 8 miles (13 km) |
Average train duration 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 21m |
First train 5:44 AM |
Last train 11:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast from Stafford to Rugeley trainsWest Midlands Trains, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Stafford and Rugeley from $9 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Avanti West Coast
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FAQs: Trains from Stafford to Rugeley
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stafford to Rugeley 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 Rugeley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Stafford to Rugeley
Most Stafford to Rugeley trains use the Stafford to Rugeley Trent Valley station pair, with some services arriving at Rugeley Town. Use this guide to compare Stafford and Rugeley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Stafford station do trains to Rugeley leave from?
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.
Which Rugeley station do trains from Stafford arrive at?
Getting to Rugeley Trent Valley from Rugeley city centre
Rugeley Trent Valley is 1 km from Rugeley city centre. Public transport options include:
Rugeley Trent Valley train station facilities and services
Rugeley Trent Valley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Rugeley Trent Valley.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rugeley Trent Valley: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Rugeley Trent Valley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rugeley Trent Valley: Staff help available: No, 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Rugeley Town from Rugeley city centre
Rugeley Town train station facilities and services
Rugeley Town has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Rugeley Town.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rugeley Town: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Rugeley Town: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rugeley Town: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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