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Gladstone Pottery Museum
Outstanding pottery museum with working bottle kilns, period workshops and live demonstrations. The best place to understand Stoke-on-Trent's ceramic story.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Birmingham to Stoke-on-Trent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Stoke-on-Trent will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 7 buses from Birmingham to Stoke-on-Trent, including 7 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct buses cover the 61 km distance in an average of 1 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest buses will take 1 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Buses from Birmingham to Stoke-on-Trent run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 37 miles (61 km) distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 37 miles (61 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 1h 0m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Birmingham to Stoke-on-Trent.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:25AM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €6 |
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Stoke-on-Trent buses for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 4:10 PM Birmingham | 1h10 | 5:20 PM Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 PM Birmingham | 1h05 | 8:35 PM Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:25 PM Birmingham | 1h05 | 10:30 PM Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 3:20 AM Birmingham | 1h05 | 4:25 AM Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX424 | 3:25 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 1h30 | 4:55 AM Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:10 AM Birmingham | 1h10 | 12:20 PM Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:30 PM Birmingham | 2h00 | 2:30 PM Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Outstanding pottery museum with working bottle kilns, period workshops and live demonstrations. The best place to understand Stoke-on-Trent's ceramic story.
Excellent city museum and art gallery with the world's largest public Spitfire collection plus Staffordshire ceramics, archaeology and natural history.
Award-winning visitor centre inside a working factory, exploring Wedgwood design, craft and collections. Strong choice for ceramics and design fans.
Award-winning lakeside estate with formal gardens, woodland walks, shopping village and seasonal events. One of the area's most popular leisure destinations.
Large Victorian park with lake, bandstand and landscaped grounds near Hanley. Ideal for a scenic walk and classic city-park atmosphere.
Historic former pottery district with independent shops, heritage buildings and a strong artistic identity. Great for exploring local character.
A famous oat-based savoury pancake from The Potteries, usually filled with cheese, bacon or egg. It is Stoke-on-Trent's best-known traditional street and breakfast food.
A hearty North Staffordshire stew of slow-cooked beef, root vegetables and stock. It is a traditional local comfort dish often served in pubs and homes.
Crumbly white cheese made in Staffordshire and nearby Cheshire. It is a classic regional dairy product, often eaten with bread, oatcakes or salads.
Popular local oatcake kitchen serving classic Staffordshire oatcakes with varied fillings. Casual, affordable and strongly associated with Potteries food culture.
Refined modern British dining in a polished setting. Known for high-quality tasting menus and one of the area's strongest fine dining reputations.
Well-regarded Indian restaurant with a long-standing reputation for quality curries and attentive service. Comfortable venue suited to a relaxed dinner.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and meals usually cost less than in London or Manchester, and local buses are fairly affordable for visitors.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up taxi fares. Cafes usually do not expect tips.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Stoke-on-Trent by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Stoke-on-Trent, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Birmingham to Stoke-on-Trent buses use the Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway to Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Stoke-on-Trent, M6 (Keele Services - Northbound). Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Stoke-on-Trent bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. ATMs are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Bus stops are wheelchair accessible.
Birmingham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple fast food and cafes inside
Free Wi-Fi available within the station. ATMs are multiple ATMs available inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham.
Available at Birmingham: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham: Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Coach Station.
Available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station is 2 km from Stoke-on-Trent city centre. Public transport options include:
Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Fast food outlets are present inside the bus station.
Free WiFi available for passengers. ATMs are there is an ATM available within the station.
Ticket office support is available at Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station.
Available at Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station: The station is equipped with ramps for wheelchair access.
Stoke-on-Trent, M6 (Keele Services - Northbound) is 7 km from Stoke-on-Trent city centre. Public transport options include:
Stoke-on-Trent, M6 (Keele Services - Northbound) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple fast food options.
Free Wi-Fi available across the station. ATMs are aTMs available near entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Stoke-on-Trent, M6 (Keele Services - Northbound).
Available at Stoke-on-Trent, M6 (Keele Services - Northbound): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stoke-on-Trent, M6 (Keele Services - Northbound): Facilities are accessible for disabled travelers.
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