The cheapest and fastest buses from Bristol to Stoke-on-Trent
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
6 h 13 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
174 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bristol 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 Bristol to Stoke-on-Trent will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 2 buses that leave Bristol for Stoke-on-Trent on Thu, Nov 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 174 km distance in an average of 6 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 8 h 25 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bristol to Stoke-on-Trent
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Stoke-on-Trent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €54.
Distance: 108 miles (174 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€21 Average price Cheapest | €62 Average price |
5h 55m Average total duration 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bristol to Stoke-on-Trent bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Stoke-on-Trent buses for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:45 AM Bristol | 4h35 | 4:20 PM Stoke-on-Trent | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:10 PM Bristol | 8h25 | 12:35 AM Stoke-on-Trent | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol to Stoke-on-Trent
Distance 108 miles (174 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 01:05 |
Last bus 23:25 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Bristol to Stoke-on-Trent start from as low as $15 (€12) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $25 (€21) depending on the train type and class.
Bus providers: FlixBus, National Express from Bristol to Stoke-on-TrentYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Stoke-on-Trent with FlixBus, National Express for as low as $15 (€12). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
National Express
FAQs: Bus from Bristol to Stoke-on-Trent

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Bristol to Stoke-on-Trent, follow these tips:
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
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