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Cheap bus tickets from Stoke-on-Trent to London

Showing times and prices for Dec 06

Cheapest

$22

Average

$23

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest

08:55PM3h55

Stoke-On-Trent, Bus Station

12:50AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station

$221One-way

0 transfers

Cheapest

08:55PM3h30

Stoke-On-Trent, Bus Station

12:25AMLondon

$221One-way

0 transfers

2nd Cheapest

03:10PM4h20

Stoke-On-Trent, Bus Station

07:30PMLondon

$241One-way

0 transfers

2nd Cheapest

03:10PM4h35

Stoke-On-Trent, Bus Station

07:45PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station

$241One-way

0 transfers

2nd Cheapest

03:10PM4h00

Stoke-On-Trent, Bus Station

07:10PMLondon

$241One-way

0 transfers

Stoke-on-Trent to London bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Friday, December 6

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
National Express NX424	01:05AM Stoke-On-Trent, Bus Station	5h15	06:20AM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus FlixBus	02:15AM Stoke-On-Trent, Bus Station	4h15	06:30AM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus FlixBus	02:15AM Stoke-On-Trent, Bus Station	3h45	06:00AM London	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus FlixBus	02:15AM Stoke-On-Trent, Bus Station	5h10	07:25AM London	1 transfer
National Express NX551	09:10AM Stoke-On-Trent, Bus Station	5h10	02:20PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus FlixBus	03:10PM Stoke-On-Trent, Bus Station	4h20	07:30PM London	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus FlixBus	03:10PM Stoke-On-Trent, Bus Station	4h35	07:45PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus FlixBus	03:10PM Stoke-On-Trent, Bus Station	4h00	07:10PM London	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus FlixBus	08:55PM Stoke-On-Trent, Bus Station	3h55	12:50AM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus FlixBus	08:55PM Stoke-On-Trent, Bus Station	3h30	12:25AM London	0 transfersDirect

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Bus times from Stoke-on-Trent to London

Showing times and prices for Dec 06

Fastest Journey

3 h 30 m

Average

4 h 23 m

Buses per day

Distance

217 km

Of the 10 buses that leave Stoke-on-Trent for London every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

08:55PM3h30

Stoke-On-Trent, Bus Station

12:25AMLondon

$221One-way

0 transfers

2nd Fastest

02:15AM3h45

Stoke-On-Trent, Bus Station

06:00AMLondon

$541One-way

0 transfers

08:55PM3h55

Stoke-On-Trent, Bus Station

12:50AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station

$221One-way

0 transfers

03:10PM4h00

Stoke-On-Trent, Bus Station

07:10PMLondon

$241One-way

0 transfers

02:15AM4h15

Stoke-On-Trent, Bus Station

06:30AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station

$541One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Stoke-on-Trent to London

Buses from Stoke-on-Trent to London run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) 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

3h 51m

Cheapest ticket price

$8 (€7)

Buses per day

Direct buses

Bus providers

Fastest bus

3h 20m

First bus

00:10

Last bus

23:50

Price information

Bus companies: National Express, FlixBus and West Midlands Trains from Stoke-on-Trent to London

Buy your official National Express, FlixBus and West Midlands Trains bus tickets between Stoke-on-Trent and London from $8 (€7) with Omio. Find bus times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most popular journey.

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 between Stoke-on-Trent and London, you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

Bus information from Stoke-on-Trent to London with National Express:

Average Duration: 5 h 10 min
Cheapest Price: $26
National Express frequency: 1 a day

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost bus companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance bus at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

FlixBus from Stoke-on-Trent to London bus information:

Average Duration: 3 h 40 min
Cheapest Price: $8
FlixBus frequency: 1 a day

West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.

Stoke-on-Trent to London bus information with West Midlands Trains:

Average Duration: 2 h 26 min
Cheapest Price: $33

Buses from Stoke-on-Trent to London

National Express operates regular, daily bus services from Stoke-on-Trent to London, with the quickest, direct journeys taking around four hours five minutes. Most buses are fitted with air conditioning, onboard WiFi, power sockets and toilets. There are around 42 buses from Stoke-on-Trent to London on average weekdays, some of which are direct, while others require one or two changes.

Which bus companies travel from Stoke-on-Trent to London?

National Express provides buses from Stoke-on-Trent to London. Services can be direct or require up to 2 changes. Most buses arrive at London Victoria bus Station, but some will also go on to London Baker Street Bus Station, which may prove to be a more central, easily accessed location for some passengers.

How long is the bus from Stoke-on-Trent to London?

Journey times for buses traveling from Stoke-on-Trent to London do vary considerably. The quickest service takes four hours five minutes, while some trips can take more than nine hours. Travellers are advised to carefully check arrival times for buses from Stoke-on-Trent to London, particularly if there is a need for speedy trip times.

How many buses are there from Stoke-on-Trent to London?

There are more than 40 buses daily from Stoke-on-Trent to London on weekdays and throughout the weekend. The first bus of the day leaves Stoke-on-Trent at 1:30 a.m. and the last bus departs at 9:50 p.m., arriving at London Victoria Bus Station at 5:00 a.m the following day.

What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Stoke-on-Trent to London?

Departure bus station: Buses to London leave from the main Stoke-on-Trent Hanley Bus Station, which has a modern design and is located in the city center.

Arrival bus station: All National Express buses traveling from Stoke-on-Trent to London arrive at either London Victoria bus Station or London Baker Street Station. The bus station at Victoria is open 24/7 and is located close to the Victoria Underground Station. Some amenities at the station include cafes, ATMs, automated ticketing, charger points, and newsagents. The London Baker Street Station is a bus and bus station, so it's easy for travellers to connect with local Transport for London bus links running from Gloucester Place. Alternatively, the Baker Street Underground Station is located close by on Marylebone Road.

FAQs: Bus from Stoke-on-Trent to London

FAQs: Take the bus from Stoke-on-Trent to London 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 Stoke-on-Trent to London.

Cheap bus tickets from Stoke-on-Trent to London can start from as little as $8 (€7) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Stoke-on-Trent to London is $17 (€15); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Stoke-on-Trent to London bus travel time is 3 h 20 min for the 135 mile (217 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from Stoke-on-Trent to London leaves at 12: 10 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from Stoke-on-Trent to London leaves at 11: 50 PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Stoke-on-Trent to London without having to change trains with National Express or FlixBus. There are 6 direct buses from Stoke-on-Trent to London each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

For the best Stoke-on-Trent to London bus to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express or FlixBus. However, it's always good to check all possible bus companies with services from Stoke-on-Trent to London to compare what amenities they may offer.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 2.1 miles (3.4 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to London from Stoke-on-Trent is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 20 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Stoke-on-Trent to London by bus is November.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Stoke-on-Trent to London including taking a train, bus or flight.

Popular bus stations from Stoke-on-Trent to London

Stoke-on-Trent

London

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

Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station