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Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Stafford (STA)

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34

train journeys
per day

43

miles (69 kms)

56 mins

fastest journey

00:44 / 00:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Stafford (STA)

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On a typical weekday there are 34 scheduled rail journeys between Leicester and Stafford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 34 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Leicester to Stafford is approximately 43 miles (69 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 55 mins.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Stafford.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leicester to Stafford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 56 mins.

Journeys from Leicester to Stafford Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    00:44
    6 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    07:17
    Leicester
    Stafford
    Leicester to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:48
    2 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    07:59
    Leicester
    Stafford
    Leicester to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:18
    1 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    08:10
    Leicester
    Stafford
    Leicester to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:22
    1 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    08:30
    Leicester
    Stafford
    Leicester to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:50
    1 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    09:32
    Leicester
    Stafford
    Leicester to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:18
    1 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    09:34
    Leicester
    Stafford
    Leicester to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:50
    1 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    10:32
    Leicester
    Stafford
    Leicester to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:15
    1 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    10:34
    Leicester
    Stafford
    Leicester to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:50
    1 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    11:32
    Leicester
    Stafford
    Leicester to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:16
    1 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    11:34
    Leicester
    Stafford
    Leicester to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:50
    1 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    12:32
    Leicester
    Stafford
    Leicester to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:18
    1 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    12:34
    Leicester
    Stafford
    Leicester to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:50
    1 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    13:32
    Leicester
    Stafford
    Leicester to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:18
    1 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    13:34
    Leicester
    Stafford
    Leicester to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:50
    1 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    14:32
    Leicester
    Stafford
    Leicester to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:18
    1 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    14:34
    Leicester
    Stafford
    Leicester to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:50
    1 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    15:32
    Leicester
    Stafford
    Leicester to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:18
    1 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    15:34
    Leicester
    Stafford
    Leicester to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:50
    1 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    16:32
    Leicester
    Stafford
    Leicester to Stafford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:18
    1 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    16:34
    Leicester
    Stafford
    Leicester to Stafford

About Leicester Station

Station name Leicester (LEI)
Address Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 22:30
Saturday 05:20 - 22:30
Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
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 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 Leicester and Stafford

The travel time between Leicester and Stafford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 55 mins & the fastest journey takes 56 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leicester and Stafford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 34 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:44, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:58.

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

Amenities on trains between Leicester 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 Leicester & Stafford. owever, there are 34 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Stafford.

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