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Trains from Swale (SWL) to Stafford (STA)

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16

train journeys
per day

156

miles (251 kms)

4hrs 25 mins

fastest journey

05:53 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 5 changes)

6

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Swale (SWL) to Stafford (STA)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Swale and Stafford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Swale to Stafford is approximately 156 miles (251 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 31 mins.

Southeastern, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, London Overground, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Swale and Stafford.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Swale to Stafford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 25 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Swale to Stafford

Journeys from Swale to Stafford Today

  • Mon 24th Jun
    05:53
    4 hrs 29 mins 5 changes
    10:22
    Swale
    Stafford
    Swale to Stafford
  • Mon 24th Jun
    06:52
    4 hrs 30 mins 5 changes
    11:22
    Swale
    Stafford
    Swale to Stafford
  • Mon 24th Jun
    07:56
    4 hrs 36 mins 4 changes
    12:32
    Swale
    Stafford
    Swale to Stafford
  • Mon 24th Jun
    08:56
    4 hrs 26 mins 5 changes
    13:22
    Swale
    Stafford
    Swale to Stafford
  • Mon 24th Jun
    09:57
    4 hrs 25 mins 5 changes
    14:22
    Swale
    Stafford
    Swale to Stafford
  • Mon 24th Jun
    10:57
    4 hrs 35 mins 4 changes
    15:32
    Swale
    Stafford
    Swale to Stafford
  • Mon 24th Jun
    11:57
    4 hrs 25 mins 5 changes
    16:22
    Swale
    Stafford
    Swale to Stafford
  • Mon 24th Jun
    12:57
    4 hrs 39 mins 4 changes
    17:36
    Swale
    Stafford
    Swale to Stafford
  • Mon 24th Jun
    13:57
    4 hrs 34 mins 5 changes
    18:31
    Swale
    Stafford
    Swale to Stafford
  • Mon 24th Jun
    14:57
    4 hrs 34 mins 5 changes
    19:31
    Swale
    Stafford
    Swale to Stafford
  • Mon 24th Jun
    15:57
    4 hrs 34 mins 5 changes
    20:31
    Swale
    Stafford
    Swale to Stafford
  • Mon 24th Jun
    16:57
    4 hrs 25 mins 5 changes
    21:22
    Swale
    Stafford
    Swale to Stafford
  • Mon 24th Jun
    17:57
    3 hrs 49 mins 4 changes
    21:46
    Swale
    Stafford
    Swale to Stafford
  • Mon 24th Jun
    19:05
    10 hrs 57 mins 4 changes
    06:02
    Swale
    Stafford
    Swale to Stafford
  • Mon 24th Jun
    21:57
    9 hrs 52 mins 5 changes
    07:49
    Swale
    Stafford
    Swale to Stafford
  • Mon 24th Jun
    23:57
    9 hrs 37 mins 4 changes
    09:34
    Swale
    Stafford
    Swale to Stafford

About Swale Station

Station name Swale (SWL)
Address Swale station, Sheppey Way, near Sittingbourne, Kent, ME9 8SS
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

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 Swale and Stafford

The travel time between Swale and Stafford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 31 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 25 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Swale and Stafford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:53, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

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Amenities on trains between Swale 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 Swale & Stafford. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

Southeastern, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, London Overground, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Swale and Stafford.

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