The average train between Exeter and Stafford takes 3h 20m and the fastest train takes 3h 1m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Stafford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Exeter and Stafford. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 9:14 PM which arrives into Stafford at 6:02 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Stafford. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Stafford station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.
Exeter to Stafford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Stafford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stafford station.
Book your Exeter to Stafford train tickets online with Cross Country and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Exeter and Stafford is 251 km. The road distance is 310 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Stafford via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 6m.