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Trains from Lincoln (LCN) to Stafford (STA)

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22

train journeys
per day

72

miles (115 kms)

2hrs 47 mins

fastest journey

05:16 / 00:03

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Lincoln (LCN) to Stafford (STA)

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Lincoln and Stafford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Lincoln to Stafford is approximately 72 miles (115 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 28 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Lincoln to Stafford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 47 mins.

Journeys from Lincoln to Stafford Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:16
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    08:30
    Lincoln
    Stafford
    Lincoln to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:14
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    08:59
    Lincoln
    Stafford
    Lincoln to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:40
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    09:34
    Lincoln
    Stafford
    Lincoln to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:43
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    10:20
    Lincoln
    Stafford
    Lincoln to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:47
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    10:34
    Lincoln
    Stafford
    Lincoln to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:38
    2 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    11:34
    Lincoln
    Stafford
    Lincoln to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:45
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    11:50
    Lincoln
    Stafford
    Lincoln to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:35
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    12:34
    Lincoln
    Stafford
    Lincoln to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:35
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    13:34
    Lincoln
    Stafford
    Lincoln to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:35
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    14:34
    Lincoln
    Stafford
    Lincoln to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:36
    2 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    15:34
    Lincoln
    Stafford
    Lincoln to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:36
    2 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    16:34
    Lincoln
    Stafford
    Lincoln to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:37
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    17:36
    Lincoln
    Stafford
    Lincoln to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:33
    2 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    18:31
    Lincoln
    Stafford
    Lincoln to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:34
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    19:31
    Lincoln
    Stafford
    Lincoln to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:36
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    20:31
    Lincoln
    Stafford
    Lincoln to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:42
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    20:50
    Lincoln
    Stafford
    Lincoln to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:35
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    21:34
    Lincoln
    Stafford
    Lincoln to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:32
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    22:34
    Lincoln
    Stafford
    Lincoln to Stafford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:38
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    22:59
    Lincoln
    Stafford
    Lincoln to Stafford

About Lincoln Station

Station name Lincoln (LCN)
Address Lincoln station, St Marys Street, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN5 7EW
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 19:30
Saturday 05:00 - 19:30
Sunday 10:30 - 21:30
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 Unavailable
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 Lincoln and Stafford

The travel time between Lincoln and Stafford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 28 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 47 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Lincoln and Stafford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:16, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:03.

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Amenities on trains between Lincoln 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 Lincoln & Stafford. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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