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Trains from Long Preston to Stafford (STA)

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16

train journeys
per day

84

miles (135 kms)

3hrs 24 mins

fastest journey

05:40 / 23:11

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Long Preston to Stafford (STA)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Long Preston 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 Long Preston to Stafford is approximately 84 miles (135 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 17 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Long Preston to Stafford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 24 mins.

Journeys from Long Preston to Stafford Today

  • Mon 27th May
    05:40
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    09:20
    Long Preston
    Stafford
    Long Preston to Stafford
  • Mon 27th May
    07:33
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    11:00
    Long Preston
    Stafford
    Long Preston to Stafford
  • Mon 27th May
    07:42
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    11:20
    Long Preston
    Stafford
    Long Preston to Stafford
  • Mon 27th May
    09:13
    3 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    12:37
    Long Preston
    Stafford
    Long Preston to Stafford
  • Mon 27th May
    10:07
    3 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    13:59
    Long Preston
    Stafford
    Long Preston to Stafford
  • Mon 27th May
    10:36
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    14:20
    Long Preston
    Stafford
    Long Preston to Stafford
  • Mon 27th May
    11:14
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    14:40
    Long Preston
    Stafford
    Long Preston to Stafford
  • Mon 27th May
    11:39
    3 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    15:20
    Long Preston
    Stafford
    Long Preston to Stafford
  • Mon 27th May
    13:15
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    16:40
    Long Preston
    Stafford
    Long Preston to Stafford
  • Mon 27th May
    13:39
    3 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    17:20
    Long Preston
    Stafford
    Long Preston to Stafford
  • Mon 27th May
    15:15
    3 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    18:42
    Long Preston
    Stafford
    Long Preston to Stafford
  • Mon 27th May
    15:40
    3 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    19:36
    Long Preston
    Stafford
    Long Preston to Stafford
  • Mon 27th May
    16:36
    4 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    21:00
    Long Preston
    Stafford
    Long Preston to Stafford
  • Mon 27th May
    18:39
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    22:21
    Long Preston
    Stafford
    Long Preston to Stafford
  • Mon 27th May
    20:17
    9 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    05:33
    Long Preston
    Stafford
    Long Preston to Stafford
  • Mon 27th May
    22:05
    7 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    05:54
    Long Preston
    Stafford
    Long Preston to Stafford

About Long Preston Station

Station name Long Preston (LPR)
Address Long Preston station, Station Road, Long Preston, North Yorkshire, BD23 4NH
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines
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 Long Preston and Stafford

The travel time between Long Preston and Stafford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 17 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 24 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Long Preston 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 05:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:11.

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

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

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