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Stafford to Paisley St James Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Stafford to Paisley St James? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as $26.02, with average prices for this route around $26.02.

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

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
05:31 4 hours 33 minutes, Changes required Stafford	10:04 Paisley St James	Find Tickets
06:48 4 hours 46 minutes, Changes required Stafford	11:34 Paisley St James	Find Tickets
07:47 4 hours 17 minutes, Changes required Stafford	12:04 Paisley St James	Find Tickets
08:46 4 hours 48 minutes, Changes required Stafford	13:34 Paisley St James	Find Tickets
09:47 4 hours 17 minutes, Changes required Stafford	14:04 Paisley St James	Find Tickets
10:47 4 hours 47 minutes, Changes required Stafford	15:34 Paris	Find Tickets

Stafford to Paisley St James Train Route Details

First train

05:31

Last train

22:46

Departure station

Stafford

Arrival station

Paisley St James

Journey time

4 hours 6 minutes

Distance

371 km

Price

$26.02*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Stafford to Paisley St James

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Stafford to Paisley St James. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit 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 Stafford to Paisley St James, 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%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Stafford to Paisley St James train ticket types

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

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Stafford to Paisley St James Train prices and times

Stafford to Paisley St James Train Route Details