The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Stoke-on-Trent
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$61
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 31 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
217 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 $61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 13 trains that leave London for Stoke-on-Trent on Sat, Jun 20, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 217 km distance in an average of 1 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 33 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.
C17990 · W705017:46 AM2h13London Euston (EUS)9:59 AMStoke-on-Trent station (SOT)$131One-way1 transfer
C17983 · W704896:43 AM2h16London Euston (EUS)8:59 AMStoke-on-Trent station (SOT)$131One-way1 transfer
C17762 · W705108:46 AM2h13London Euston (EUS)10:59 AMStoke-on-Trent station (SOT)$331One-way1 transfer
W337117:13 AM1h30London Euston (EUS)8:43 AMStoke-on-Trent station (SOT)$391One-way0 transfers
W335846:46 AM1h38London Euston (EUS)8:24 AMStoke-on-Trent station (SOT)$391One-way0 transfers
W337439:13 AM1h30London Euston (EUS)10:43 AMStoke-on-Trent station (SOT)$991One-way0 transfers
W337117:13 AM1h30London Euston (EUS)8:43 AMStoke-on-Trent station (SOT)$391One-way0 transfers
W337828:13 AM1h30London Euston (EUS)9:43 AMStoke-on-Trent station (SOT)$861One-way0 transfers
W335138:53 AM1h33London Euston (EUS)10:26 AMStoke-on-Trent station (SOT)$701One-way0 transfers
W336809:53 AM1h33London Euston (EUS)11:26 AMStoke-on-Trent station (SOT)$611One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for London to Stoke-on-Trent
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Stoke-on-Trent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. 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 $11, and a flight costs an average of $71.
Distance: 134 miles (217 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$48 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest | $211 Average price | $88 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 23m Average total duration 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 12m Average total duration 4h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Stoke-on-Trent:
A bus is $27 (€22) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Stoke-on-Trent costing on average $48 (€39).
A bus is $190 (€156) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Stoke-on-Trent costing on average $211 (€173).
Other travel options to Stoke-on-Trent take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 53m.
Bus takes on average 4h 42m.
The journey is about 1h 25m faster (1h 53m by train vs 3h 18m by car) and roughly $40 (€33) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($48 (€39) vs $88 (€72)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Avanti West Coast.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
London to Stoke-on-Trent train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Stoke-on-Trent trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W34065 | On time 6:08 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1h34 | 7:42 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C17953 · W70488 | 6:43 AM London Euston (EUS) | 2h16 | 8:59 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 transfer | |
W34175 | On time 6:46 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1h38 | 8:24 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34021 | On time 7:13 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1h30 | 8:43 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34147+ G66716 | On time 7:33 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1h46 | 9:19 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 transfer | |
C01312 | On time 7:53 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1h33 | 9:26 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34070 | 8:13 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1h30 | 9:43 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34273+ G66721 | On time 8:33 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1h46 | 10:19 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 transfer | |
C17848 · W70507 | On time 8:46 AM London Euston (EUS) | 2h13 | 10:59 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 transfer | |
W33961 | On time 8:53 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1h33 | 10:26 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34038 | On time 9:13 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1h30 | 10:43 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34185+ G00854 | On time 9:33 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1h46 | 11:19 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 transfer | |
C17878 · W70521 | 9:46 AM London Euston (EUS) | 2h13 | 11:59 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 transfer | |
W34059 | On time 9:53 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1h33 | 11:26 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34102 | On time 10:13 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1h30 | 11:43 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34040+ G66730 | On time 10:33 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1h46 | 12:19 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 transfer | |
C17873 · W70531 | 10:46 AM London Euston (EUS) | 2h13 | 12:59 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 transfer | |
W34210 | On time 10:53 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1h33 | 12:26 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34198 | On time 11:13 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1h30 | 12:43 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33931+ G66735 | On time 11:33 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1h46 | 1:19 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 transfer | |
C17792 · W70541 | On time 11:46 AM London Euston (EUS) | 2h13 | 1:59 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 transfer | |
W34101 | On time 11:53 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1h33 | 1:26 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34269 | On time 12:13 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1h30 | 1:43 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34179+ G00865 | On time 12:33 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1h46 | 2:19 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 transfer | |
C17897 · W70547 | On time 12:46 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2h13 | 2:59 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 transfer | |
W34061 | On time 12:53 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1h33 | 2:26 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34074 | 1:13 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1h30 | 2:43 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33954+ G00872 | On time 1:33 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1h46 | 3:19 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 transfer | |
C17941 · W70556 | On time 1:46 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2h13 | 3:59 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 transfer | |
W34053 | On time 1:53 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1h33 | 3:26 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34280 | 2:13 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1h30 | 3:43 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33926+ G00876 | On time 2:33 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1h46 | 4:19 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 transfer | |
C18017 · W70463 | On time 2:46 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2h13 | 4:59 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 transfer | |
W34157 | On time 2:53 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1h33 | 4:26 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33951 | 3:13 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1h30 | 4:43 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33963+ G00883 | On time 3:33 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1h46 | 5:19 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 transfer | |
C17881 · W70476 | On time 3:46 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2h13 | 5:59 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 transfer | |
W34231 | On time 3:53 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1h33 | 5:26 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34203 | 4:13 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1h30 | 5:43 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33815+ G00888 | On time 4:33 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1h46 | 6:19 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 transfer | |
C18013 · W70490 | 4:46 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2h14 | 7:00 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 transfer | |
W33804 | On time 4:53 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1h33 | 6:26 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34075 | 5:13 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1h30 | 6:43 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C01361 | On time 5:16 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2h55 | 8:11 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33814+ G00894 | On time 5:33 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1h46 | 7:19 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 transfer | |
C18012 · W70500 | On time 5:46 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2h14 | 8:00 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 transfer | |
W33800 | On time 5:53 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1h33 | 7:26 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34193 | 6:13 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1h30 | 7:43 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34022 · C01361 | On time 6:33 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1h38 | 8:11 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 transfer | |
C17783 · W70511 | On time 6:46 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2h14 | 9:00 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 transfer | |
W34024 | On time 6:53 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1h33 | 8:26 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33936 | 7:13 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1h30 | 8:43 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34164 | 7:40 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2h31 | 10:11 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C17936 · W70523 | On time 7:46 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2h13 | 9:59 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 transfer | |
W34042 | 7:53 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1h33 | 9:26 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33920 | On time 8:13 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1h30 | 9:43 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C17885 · W70532 | 8:46 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2h13 | 10:59 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 transfer | |
W34076 | 8:53 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1h33 | 10:26 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C01313 | On time 9:39 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1h29 | 11:08 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34098 | On time 10:03 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1h54 | 11:57 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Stoke-on-Trent
Trains from London to Stoke-on-Trent run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:39, the last at 22:53. The fastest train covers the 134 miles (217 km) distance in 1h 29m.
Distance 134 miles (217 km) |
Average train duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 12:39 AM |
Last train 10:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast from London to Stoke-on-Trent trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between London and Stoke-on-Trent from $11 (€9). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from London to Stoke-on-Trent
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Stoke-on-Trent by train. 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 train, 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from London to Stoke-on-Trent
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
- Free public Wi-Fi available
- Excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops - see the Station Plan map
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Nando's
- The Signal Box
- Delice de France
- Tortilla
- Starbucks
- AMT Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Camden Food Co.
- & many more
- Taxi: The taxi rank is located beneath the station
- Accessible taxis: The route to the main taxi pick up point has steps, so anyone with mobility problems can use the disabled taxi pick up point reached via the lifts. You can request assistance to and from the taxi rank can using the telephones at the top of the stairs and at the taxi set down point. Or by telephoning Mobility Assistance at London Euston on 0207 922 6482. The main taxi rank is beneath the station and is reached via the lifts next to the main ticket office or the stairs by the entrance to the Underground
- Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk
- Toilets Location: These are located by the entrance to platforms 1-3 There are also accessible showers located in the First Class Lounge, shared between Caledonian Sleeper and Avanti West Coast
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: These are located adjacent to the main public toilets, by the entrance to platforms 1-3
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hilton London Euston
- The Wesley Euston Hotel
- Travelodge London Central Euston
- Waiting rooms location: Located by the entrance to platforms 16-18
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 18 at buffer end, West Colonnade opposite Sainsbury's, alongside station entrance, East Colonnade opposite M&S and to the rear of Nandos and Cafe Rouge
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the center of the station's main concourse
- Tube lines: Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, Northern (Bank and Charing Cross branches), Victoria
- Overground lines: Watford DC
- Bus lines: 18, 30, 59, 68, 73, 91, 168, 205, 253, 390, N5, N20, N73, N91, N205, N253
- Rail lines: London North Western Railway, London Overground, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Go to Platform 2, there is a gate adjacent to the station from the main road.
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Onward travel information: National Rail trains serving London Paddington National Express coaches to Victoria Coach Station and Gatwick Airport London Underground
- Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station
- Luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Betjeman Arms
- AMT Coffee
- The Booking Office
- Carluccio’s
- Chop’d
- Greggs
- Taxi: Midland Road: Currently the taxi pick up is located next to Thameslink station entrance. Soon a large covered queuing area will be available halfway along the lower concourse where passengers can wait for marshalled taxis. Pancras Road: There are two taxi drop off areas in Pancras Road. One is situated halfway along the old Victorian brick built Barlow shed and is convenient for Eurostar passengers. The second is situated close to the main entrance in the new part of the station and is suitable for passengers travelling within the UK
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Midland Road and Pancras Road
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: There are two accessible toilets in this station that are operated by a radar key. One is next to Eurostar arrivals. Toilet attendants are available too
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- The Standard
- Kimpton Fitzroy London
- Alhambra Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the lower level in the main hall
- Subway lines: Circle Line, Hammersmith & City Line, Metropolitan Line, Northern Line, Piccadilly Line, Victoria Line
- Train lines: Overground line, High Speed 1, Eurostar
- Bus lines: 326, 139
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 20:00 Saturday 06:25 - 19:30 Sunday 08:55 - 20:30
- Car Park: Stoke on Trent Car Park 3 (Adjacent to Platform 2/3)
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: By the North end of platform 1
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The accessible toilets are located on Platform 1 and 2. The National key toilet is located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 & 2
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: all platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station.
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Wheelchair users may need assistance on Platform 1 as there are no lowered kerbs on the pavements and the gradient of the ramp to the platform is steep. The gradient of the ramp to Platform 2 is moderate. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform
- Accessible taxis: Euro 01782 314444
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the station entrance.
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