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Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Stafford (STA)

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10

train journeys
per day

221

miles (357 kms)

3hrs 30 mins

fastest journey

06:52 / 00:05

first / last train

7

direct trains

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Stafford (STA)

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On a typical weekday there are 10 scheduled rail journeys between Edinburgh Waverley and Stafford , with 7 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 3 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Edinburgh Waverley to Stafford is approximately 221 miles (357 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 18 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, First TransPennine Express, ScotRail are the main train operating companies running services between Edinburgh Waverley and Stafford.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Edinburgh Waverley to Stafford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 30 mins.

Journeys from Edinburgh Waverley to Stafford Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:52
    3 hrs 30 mins Direct
    10:22
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Stafford
    Edinburgh Waverley to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:52
    3 hrs 30 mins Direct
    12:22
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Stafford
    Edinburgh Waverley to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:52
    3 hrs 30 mins Direct
    14:22
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Stafford
    Edinburgh Waverley to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:52
    3 hrs 30 mins Direct
    16:22
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Stafford
    Edinburgh Waverley to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:52
    3 hrs 31 mins Direct
    18:23
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Stafford
    Edinburgh Waverley to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:52
    3 hrs 30 mins Direct
    20:22
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Stafford
    Edinburgh Waverley to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:52
    3 hrs 31 mins Direct
    22:23
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Stafford
    Edinburgh Waverley to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:11
    9 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    05:54
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Stafford
    Edinburgh Waverley to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:40
    8 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    08:04
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Stafford
    Edinburgh Waverley to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:56
    10 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    10:22
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Stafford
    Edinburgh Waverley to Stafford

About Edinburgh Waverley Station

Station name Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Address Edinburgh station, Princes Street, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH1 1BB
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 22:00
Saturday 06:00 - 22:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:00
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 Available
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 Edinburgh Waverley and Stafford

The travel time between Edinburgh Waverley and Stafford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 18 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 30 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Stafford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 10 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:52, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:05.

First class tickets on trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Stafford typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 7 direct services per day from Edinburgh Waverley to Stafford

Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, First TransPennine Express, ScotRail are the main train operating companies running services between Edinburgh Waverley and Stafford.

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