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Outbound fromDoncaster to Stafford by train
It takes an average of 3h 26m to travel from Doncaster to Stafford by train, over a distance of around 64 miles (103 km). There are normally 41 trains per day travelling from Doncaster to Stafford and tickets for this journey start from £21.40 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:36 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:43 | |
| Departure station | Doncaster | |
| Arrival station | Stafford | |
| Journey time | From 1h 52m | |
| Distance | 64 miles (103 km) | |
| Frequency | 41 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £21.40 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Doncaster to Stafford in 1 hour 52 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Doncaster to Stafford? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 26 minutes to travel the 64 miles (103 km) from Doncaster to Stafford by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 52 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 41 trains 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. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or East Midlands Railway to Stafford. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Doncaster to Stafford in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £21.40. 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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