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Trains from Ashford International (AFK) to Stafford (STA)

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17

train journeys
per day

171

miles (276 kms)

3hrs 30 mins

fastest journey

05:40 / 23:54

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Ashford International (AFK) to Stafford (STA)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Ashford International and Stafford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ashford International to Stafford is approximately 171 miles (276 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 9 mins.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Ashford International and Stafford.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ashford International to Stafford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 30 mins.

Journeys from Ashford International to Stafford Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:40
    3 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    09:34
    Ashford International
    Stafford
    Ashford International to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:40
    3 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    10:34
    Ashford International
    Stafford
    Ashford International to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:40
    3 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    11:34
    Ashford International
    Stafford
    Ashford International to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:40
    3 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    12:34
    Ashford International
    Stafford
    Ashford International to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:40
    3 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    13:34
    Ashford International
    Stafford
    Ashford International to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:40
    3 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    14:34
    Ashford International
    Stafford
    Ashford International to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:40
    3 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    15:34
    Ashford International
    Stafford
    Ashford International to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:40
    3 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    16:34
    Ashford International
    Stafford
    Ashford International to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:40
    3 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    17:36
    Ashford International
    Stafford
    Ashford International to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:40
    3 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    18:37
    Ashford International
    Stafford
    Ashford International to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:40
    3 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    19:37
    Ashford International
    Stafford
    Ashford International to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:40
    3 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    20:36
    Ashford International
    Stafford
    Ashford International to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:40
    3 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    21:34
    Ashford International
    Stafford
    Ashford International to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:16
    3 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    21:46
    Ashford International
    Stafford
    Ashford International to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:40
    3 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    22:34
    Ashford International
    Stafford
    Ashford International to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:40
    3 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    23:31
    Ashford International
    Stafford
    Ashford International to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:16
    8 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    07:49
    Ashford International
    Stafford
    Ashford International to Stafford

About Ashford International Station

Station name Ashford International (AFK)
Address Ashford International station, Station Road, Ashford, Kent, TN23 1EZ
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 21:30
Saturday 05:30 - 21:30
Sunday 06:00 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Stafford Station

Station name Stafford (STA)
Address Stafford station, Station Road, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST16 2AA
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 20:00
Tuesday 06:00 - 20:00
Wednesday 06:00 - 20:00
Thursday 06:00 - 20:00
Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ashford International and Stafford

The travel time between Ashford International and Stafford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 9 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 30 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ashford International and Stafford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:54.

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Amenities on trains between Ashford International and Stafford can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Ashford International & Stafford. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Ashford International and Stafford.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Ashford International and Stafford, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.