Are there accessibility options when taking a bus from London to Stoke-on-Trent?

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from London to Stoke-on-Trent: National Express Assistance Priority seating Accessible toilets. FlixBus Assistance Priority boarding Wheelchair-accessible buses.

Can I cancel my bus ticket from London to Stoke-on-Trent?

Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from London to Stoke-on-Trent depends on the bus companies: 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. 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.

Is luggage included in the bus ticket price from London to Stoke-on-Trent?

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from London to Stoke-on-Trent: National Express Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage. FlixBus One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).

Can I book additional luggage for the bus from London to Stoke-on-Trent?

Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from London to Stoke-on-Trent: National Express 10€ per additional bag. FlixBus Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.

Can I bring my pet on board the bus from London to Stoke-on-Trent?

Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from London to Stoke-on-Trent. The following conditions apply: FlixBus Small pets in carriers allowed Guide dogs travel for free.

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The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Stoke-on-Trent

Showing times and prices for Apr 19

Cheapest price

$26

Average price

$32

Fastest journey

4 h

Average duration

4 h 31 m

Buses per day

Distance

217 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London 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 London to Stoke-on-Trent will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.

Fast buses

Of the 8 buses that leave London for Stoke-on-Trent every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Apr 19 the direct buses cover the 217 km distance in an average of 4 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .

The slowest buses will take 5 h 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.

FlixBus

06:00AM4h30

London, Victoria Coach Station

10:30AMStoke-On-Trent, Bus Station

$261One-way

0 transfers

FlixBus

06:30AM4h00

London

10:30AMStoke-On-Trent, Bus Station

$261One-way

0 transfers

FlixBus

11:59PM4h16

London, Victoria Coach Station

04:15AMStoke-On-Trent, Bus Station

$311One-way

0 transfers

FlixBus · FlixBus

11:25PM4h50

London

04:15AMStoke-On-Trent, Bus Station

$321One-way

1 transfer

FlixBus · FlixBus

02:40PM5h00

London

07:40PMStoke-On-Trent, Bus Station

$331One-way

1 transfer

Live departures

London to Stoke-on-Trent bus times

Showing buses for today, Friday, April 18

Last updated at 12:18 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
FlixBus	5:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station	4h30	9:30 AM Stoke-On-Trent, Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	5:30 AM London	4h00	9:30 AM Stoke-On-Trent, Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus · FlixBus	1:10 PM London	5h30	6:40 PM Stoke-On-Trent, Bus Station	1 transfer
NX551	On time 3:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	5h05	8:35 PM Stoke-On-Trent, Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus · FlixBus	10:25 PM London	4h50	3:15 AM Stoke-On-Trent, Bus Station	1 transfer
NX424	10:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	5h25	3:55 AM Stoke-On-Trent, Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	10:59 PM London, Victoria Coach Station	4h16	3:15 AM Stoke-On-Trent, Bus Station	0 transfersDirect
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London to Stoke-on-Trent

United Kingdom

Buses from London to Stoke-on-Trent run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

134 miles (217 km)

Average bus duration

4h 27m

Cheapest ticket price

$10 (€8)

Buses per day

Direct buses

Bus providers

Fastest bus

3h 50m

First bus

06:00

Last bus

23:59

Price information

Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus and Megabus from London to Stoke-on-Trent

For as little as $8 (€7) you can travel by bus from London to Stoke-on-Trent with National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this route.

National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance bus company operating over 550 buses per day and serving over 900 destinations across the UK. National Express also operates bus services to all major UK airports, such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol, 24 hours a day. All National Express buses have air conditioning and provide free WiFi access along with onboard entertainment. Most buses come with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. For your bus from London to Stoke-on-Trent, you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

London to Stoke-on-Trent bus information with National Express:

Average Duration: 4 h 55 min
Cheapest Price: $28

FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance bus services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.

Bus information from London to Stoke-on-Trent with FlixBus:

Average Duration: 3 h 30 min
Cheapest Price: $8

Buses from London to Stoke-on-Trent

With National Express offering 17 services between these two cities, taking buses from London to Stoke-on-Trent is an economical option. The first bus leaves London in the early hours of the morning and then departures are at regular intervals throughout the day until around midnight. There are four direct services, all of which depart in the afternoon. These take from 3 hours and 50 minutes to 4 hours and 50 minutes to make the journey while other routes require one or two bus transfers. Transfers are made at London Heathrow and Birmingham coach stations. Buses from London to Stoke-on-Trent depart from Victoria Coach Station and terminate at Hanley Bus Station.

Taking the Bus from London

Buses from London to Stoke-On-Trent depart from Victoria Coach Station. Located in central London, it's close to Victoria Bus and Train stations and is conveniently accessible from anywhere in the capital and beyond. Red London buses arrive at the bus station and many stop in the surrounding streets. Victoria train station is on the Victoria, Circle and District lines offering easy access from anywhere in London and Heathrow Airport. The Gatwick Express also runs to Victoria Train Station.

Getting into Stoke-On-Trent by Bus

Nicknamed "The Potteries", Stoke-on-Trent has long been the country's centre for the production of ceramics and is home to famous brands such as Wedgewood and Minton. Today's visitors can discover the city's heritage through the many ceramic museums and factory tours and buy local products in over 90 pottery factory shops. Buses from London arrive at the Stoke on Trent City Centre Bus Station in Hanley. Located near the Potteries Way Ring Road, the station is open daily from 5:00 a.m. until midnight. Passengers can board buses here for most destinations in the city and for other places in North Staffordshire. Most local bus services are run by First PMT. cab ranks can be found outside the railroad station and on Stafford Street in the city centre.

FAQs: Bus from London to Stoke-on-Trent

FAQs: Take the bus from London to Stoke-on-Trent with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from London to Stoke-on-Trent.

Cheap bus tickets from London to Stoke-on-Trent can start from as little as $10 (€8) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for London to Stoke-on-Trent is $22 (€18); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the London to Stoke-on-Trent bus travel time is 3 h 50 min for the 135 mile (217 km) long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from London to Stoke-on-Trent leaves at 6: 00AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from London to Stoke-on-Trent leaves at 11: 59PM.

Yes, there are 6 direct buses a day from London to Stoke-on-Trent with National Express or FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.

For the trip from London to Stoke-on-Trent you can take a bus with National Express, FlixBus or London Buses. Be sure to check out all possible bus companies that offer services to Stoke-on-Trent from London on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Stoke-on-Trent from London is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 50 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a bus from London to Stoke-on-Trent is October.

You have options as you can travel from London to Stoke-on-Trent 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from London to Stoke-on-Trent:

National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.

Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from London to Stoke-on-Trent for bus providers National Express and FlixBus.

Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus companies National Express and FlixBus.

Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from London to Stoke-on-Trent depends on the bus companies:

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.
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.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from London to Stoke-on-Trent, follow these tips:

Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.

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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from London to Stoke-on-Trent.

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from London to Stoke-on-Trent:

National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).

Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from London to Stoke-on-Trent:

National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.

Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from London to Stoke-on-Trent. The following conditions apply:

FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.

You can reserve your seat on the bus from London to Stoke-on-Trent with the following bus providers: National Express and FlixBus

Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from London to Stoke-on-Trent with the following bus companies: National Express and FlixBus.

Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from London to Stoke-on-Trent with the following bus providers: National Express and FlixBus.

Popular bus stations from London to Stoke-on-Trent

London

Stoke-on-Trent

The major bus station for departures in London is London, Victoria Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London, Victoria Coach Station for your trip from London to Stoke-on-Trent.

London, Victoria Coach Station Wifi