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Brighton to Stafford train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Brighton to Stafford, starting from £41.00 and averaging £43.00. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 5m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
04:12 Brighton	07:49 Stafford	3h 37m, No direct		Find Tickets
05:18 Brighton	09:33 Stafford	4h 15m, No direct		Find Tickets
05:36 Brighton	09:34 Stafford	3h 58m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
05:39 Brighton	08:49 Stafford	3h 10m, No direct		Find Tickets
05:44 Brighton	09:34 Stafford	3h 50m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
05:44 London Road (Brighton)	10:32 Paris	4h 48m, No direct		Find Tickets View More Trains

Brighton to Stafford train route details

First train

04:12

Last train

21:39

Departure station

Brighton

Arrival station

Stafford

Journey time

3h 5m

Distance

161 miles

Price

£41.00*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth line, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from Brighton to Stafford

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Brighton to Stafford can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Brighton to Stafford, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Brighton to Stafford ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Brighton to Stafford more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Brighton to Stafford train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Brighton to Stafford with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

Trains from Brighton to Stafford from £41.00*

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Brighton to Stafford train prices and times

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