Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Stafford travel guide

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You're Going to Love Stafford

With a population of 65 290, Stafford is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Stafford to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Stafford

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Lesters Arms (Kiddemore Green Rd) and The Littleton Arms (St Michael's Square, Penkridge) are great picks.

When to visit Stafford

Stafford in November
Estimated hotel price
C$ 119
1 night at 3-star hotel
Stafford in November
Estimated hotel price
C$ 119
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Stafford

Plane

Although Stafford doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Birmingham Airport (UK) (BHX), which is located 46 km from Stafford. The shortest flight to Stafford from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 6h 50m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Stafford, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Stafford to London takes 2h 12m and costs around C$ 88 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Newcastle upon Tyne, expect to pay about C$ 73 for a 2h 21m trip. Located 0.4 km from the city centre, Stafford is the busiest station in Stafford. Another popular train station is Stafford Penkridge, located 9 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Stafford is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 199 km from Stafford. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Stafford, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Stafford takes 105 km and will cost you around C$ 20. From Leeds, the ticket costs about C$ 15 for a journey of 113 km.

Plane

Although Stafford doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Birmingham Airport (UK) (BHX), which is located 46 km from Stafford. The shortest flight to Stafford from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 6h 50m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Stafford, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Stafford to London takes 2h 12m and costs around C$ 88 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Newcastle upon Tyne, expect to pay about C$ 73 for a 2h 21m trip. Located 0.4 km from the city centre, Stafford is the busiest station in Stafford. Another popular train station is Stafford Penkridge, located 9 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Stafford is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 199 km from Stafford. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Stafford, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Stafford takes 105 km and will cost you around C$ 20. From Leeds, the ticket costs about C$ 15 for a journey of 113 km.

Airports near Stafford

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Stafford

KLM
Good (1,409 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,558 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,002 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,505 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,035 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,781 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,012 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,007 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,405 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,486 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (864 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,429 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,288 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,568 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,055 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,135 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,393 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (893 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Stafford

Most booked hotels in Stafford

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Weston Hall
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 264+
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Holiday Inn Express Stafford By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 87+
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The Moat House
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 178+
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The Swan Hotel, Stafford, Staffordshire
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 126+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Cannock Norton Canes M6 Toll
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 69+
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The Vine Hotel by Thegreatvine Ltd
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
C$ 84+
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Renting a car in Stafford

Expect to pay C$ 2.50 per litre in Stafford (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 30.00 and C$ 40.00. Economy (Opel Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Stafford, while also 71% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay C$ 2.50 per litre in Stafford (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 30.00 and C$ 40.00. Economy (Opel Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Stafford, while also 71% cheaper than other types, on average.