The cheapest and fastest trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to Stafford
Cheapest price
$104
Average price
$104
Fastest journey
2 h 57 m
Average duration
2 h 57 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
187 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Stafford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Stafford will cost around $104 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $104.
Of the 1 trains that leave Stansted Mountfitchet 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 187 km distance in an average of 2 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 57 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 57 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 bus and train for Stansted Mountfitchet to Stafford
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Stansted Mountfitchet to Stafford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €53. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €53, and a train costs an average of €55.
Distance: 116 miles (187 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€55 Average price | €53 Average price Cheapest |
2h 59m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 15m Average total duration 6h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stansted Mountfitchet to Stafford
Distance 116 miles (187 km) |
Average train duration 2h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $67 (€55) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 29m |
First train 04:41 |
Last train 19:50 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Stansted Mountfitchet to Stafford start from as low as $67 (€55) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $67 (€55) depending on the train type and class.
FAQs: Trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to Stafford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted Mountfitchet 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 Stansted Mountfitchet to Stafford
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 13:00 Saturday 06:00 - 13:00 Sunday 08:00 - 15:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Cork House
- Staff help available: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. Toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. National key toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: 10 cycle spaces on Platforms 1/2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Local bus services
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the junction of Station Road and Church Road, next to the Kings Arms public house
- 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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