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Milton Keynes Central to Stafford train prices and times

Looking to travel from Milton Keynes Central to Stafford? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £6.80, with average prices for this route around £11.50.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Fri, Apr 25
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Sat, Apr 26
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Sun, Apr 27
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Mon, Apr 28
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Tue, Apr 29
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Wed, Apr 30
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Thu, May 1
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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
00:28 Milton Keynes Central	06:10 Stafford	5h 42m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
01:46 Milton Keynes Central	06:33 Stafford	4h 47m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
05:37 Milton Keynes Central	07:17 Stafford	1h 40m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
06:52 Milton Keynes Central	08:45 Stafford	1h 53m, Direct		Find Tickets
07:00 Milton Keynes Central	07:49 Stafford	49m, Direct		Find Tickets
07:12 Milton Keynes Central	08:04 Paris	52m, Direct		Find Tickets View More Trains

Milton Keynes Central to Stafford train route details

First train

00:28

Last train

22:41

Departure station

Milton Keynes Central

Arrival station

Stafford

Journey time

49m

Distance

79 miles

Price

£6.80*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains

How to book cheap train tickets from Milton Keynes Central to Stafford

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Milton Keynes Central to Stafford during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

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 is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Milton Keynes Central to Stafford, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Milton Keynes Central to Stafford ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

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 Milton Keynes Central to Stafford more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Milton Keynes Central to Stafford train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak 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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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and 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 Milton Keynes Central to Stafford from £6.80*

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Milton Keynes Central to Stafford train prices and times

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