The average train between Spalding and Stafford takes 3h 40m and the fastest train takes 2h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from Spalding 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 Spalding and Stafford. The earliest departure is at 7:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Spalding is at 10:37 PM which arrives into Stafford at 8:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Peterborough and take an average of 3h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Spalding to Stafford? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Spalding to Stafford. However, there are services departing from Spalding station and arriving at Stafford station via Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.
Spalding to Stafford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Peterborough station.
Spalding to Stafford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Stafford station.
Book your Spalding to Stafford train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Spalding and Stafford is 132.1 km. The road distance is 199 km.
You can take a train from Spalding to Stafford via Peterborough and Nuneaton in around 3h 34m.