The average train between Gateshead and Stafford takes 4h 7m and the fastest train takes 3h 30m. The train service runs several times per day from Gateshead 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 every 2 hours between Gateshead and Stafford. The earliest departure is at 4:21 AM at night, and the last departure from Gateshead is at 9:02 PM which arrives into Stafford at 5:54 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Gateshead to Stafford. However, there are services departing from Gateshead station and arriving at Stafford station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.
Gateshead to Stafford train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Newcastle station.
Gateshead to Stafford train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Stafford station.
Book your Gateshead to Stafford train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Cross Country and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Gateshead and Stafford is 242.2 km. The road distance is 322 km.
You can take a train from Newcastle to Stafford via Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 34m.