The average train between Middlesbrough and Stafford takes 3h 48m and the fastest train takes 3h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Middlesbrough 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 Middlesbrough and Stafford. The earliest departure is at 6:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Middlesbrough is at 7:14 PM which arrives into Stafford at 8:58 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Middlesbrough to Stafford. However, there are services departing from Middlesbrough station and arriving at Stafford station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.
Middlesbrough to Stafford train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Middlesbrough station.
Middlesbrough to Stafford train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Stafford station.
Book your Middlesbrough to Stafford train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Cross Country and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Middlesbrough and Stafford is 205.3 km. The road distance is 278 km.
You can take a train from Middlesbrough to Stafford via Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 43m.