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Trains from Stowmarket to Stafford (STA)

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29

train journeys
per day

138

miles (222 kms)

3hrs 43 mins

fastest journey

05:29 / 00:02

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Stowmarket to Stafford (STA)

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On a typical weekday there are 29 scheduled rail journeys between Stowmarket and Stafford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 29 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Stowmarket to Stafford is approximately 138 miles (222 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 41 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Stowmarket and Stafford.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Stowmarket to Stafford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 43 mins.

Journeys from Stowmarket to Stafford Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:29
    4 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    09:34
    Stowmarket
    Stafford
    Stowmarket to Stafford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:59
    3 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    09:49
    Stowmarket
    Stafford
    Stowmarket to Stafford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:29
    3 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    10:22
    Stowmarket
    Stafford
    Stowmarket to Stafford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:59
    3 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    10:49
    Stowmarket
    Stafford
    Stowmarket to Stafford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:29
    3 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    11:22
    Stowmarket
    Stafford
    Stowmarket to Stafford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:28
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    11:49
    Stowmarket
    Stafford
    Stowmarket to Stafford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:28
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    12:49
    Stowmarket
    Stafford
    Stowmarket to Stafford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:47
    3 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    13:22
    Stowmarket
    Stafford
    Stowmarket to Stafford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:28
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    13:49
    Stowmarket
    Stafford
    Stowmarket to Stafford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:46
    3 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    14:22
    Stowmarket
    Stafford
    Stowmarket to Stafford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:28
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    14:49
    Stowmarket
    Stafford
    Stowmarket to Stafford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:28
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    15:49
    Stowmarket
    Stafford
    Stowmarket to Stafford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:46
    3 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    16:22
    Stowmarket
    Stafford
    Stowmarket to Stafford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:28
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    16:49
    Stowmarket
    Stafford
    Stowmarket to Stafford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:28
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    17:49
    Stowmarket
    Stafford
    Stowmarket to Stafford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:45
    3 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    18:31
    Stowmarket
    Stafford
    Stowmarket to Stafford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:46
    3 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    19:31
    Stowmarket
    Stafford
    Stowmarket to Stafford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:28
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    20:31
    Stowmarket
    Stafford
    Stowmarket to Stafford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    17:28
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    20:49
    Stowmarket
    Stafford
    Stowmarket to Stafford
  • Mon 10th Jun
    17:59
    3 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    21:22
    Stowmarket
    Stafford
    Stowmarket to Stafford

About Stowmarket Station

Station name Stowmarket (SMK)
Address Stowmarket station, Station Road East, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 1RQ
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 19:30
Saturday 07:20 - 16:30
Sunday 09:15 - 18:30
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 Stowmarket and Stafford

The travel time between Stowmarket and Stafford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 41 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 43 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Stowmarket and Stafford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 29 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:29, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:02.

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Amenities on trains between Stowmarket 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 Stowmarket & Stafford. owever, there are 29 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Stowmarket and Stafford.

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