Cumbernauld to Stafford by train
| First train | 05:17 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:32 | |
| Departure station | Cumbernauld | |
| Arrival station | Stafford | |
| Journey time | From 4h 5m | |
| Distance | 229 miles (369 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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Taking the train from Cumbernauld to Stafford in 4 hours 5 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Cumbernauld to Stafford? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 19 minutes to travel the 229 miles (369 km) from Cumbernauld to Stafford by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 5 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 1 train per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Avanti West Coast or ScotRail, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from Cumbernauld to Stafford in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Stafford by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Cumbernauld to Stafford
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Cumbernauld to Stafford is right for you.
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