How to travel from Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent

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Compare bus and train for Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 54m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $22, while a bus costs an average of $25.

Distance: 42 miles (69 km)

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$22

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2h 28m

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1h 58m

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from Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent

How to get from Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • West Midlands TrainsC16927 · W70513
    9:33 AM1h24
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    10:57 AMStoke-on-Trent station (SOT)
    $151One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • West Midlands TrainsC16927 · W70513
    9:33 AM1h24
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    10:57 AMStoke-on-Trent station (SOT)
    $151One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Avanti West CoastW34119+West Midlands TrainsW70513
    9:43 AM1h14
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    10:57 AMStoke-on-Trent station (SOT)
    $421One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • West Midlands TrainsC16923 · W70503
    8:33 AM1h24
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    9:57 AMStoke-on-Trent station (SOT)
    $151One-way
    1 transfer
  • West Midlands TrainsC16932 · W70526
    10:33 AM1h24
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    11:57 AMStoke-on-Trent station (SOT)
    $151One-way
    1 transfer
  • West Midlands TrainsC16936 · W70534
    11:33 AM1h24
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    12:57 PMStoke-on-Trent station (SOT)
    $181One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX170 · NX424
    7:30 PM5h50
    Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
    1:20 AMStoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station
    $261One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent

Travel to Stoke-on-Trent easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent.

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There are 2 options to travel between Liverpool and Stoke-on-Trent including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent is a train with an average price of $22 (€18).

This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent:

A train is $4 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent costing on average $25 (€21).

The fastest way to travel from Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent is by train with an average journey time of 1h 54m.

Other travel options to Stoke-on-Trent take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 28m.

The distance from Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent is approximately 42 miles (69 km).
The average frequency per day from Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent is:
  • Around 10 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Liverpool and Stoke-on-Trent as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent:
  • Trains mostly depart from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and arrive in Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT).
  • Buses mostly depart from Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place and arrive in Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, National Express to go to Stoke-on-Trent by bus.
  • Travel with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, east_midlands_trains, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited to go to Stoke-on-Trent by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus, National Express.
Omio customers who travel from Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent often also extend their vacation to go to London, Manchester, London Euston (EUS), Birmingham, Manchester Piccadilly (MAN). Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Stoke-on-Trent and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Stoke-on-Trent to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
A 2 to 3-day visit is typically sufficient to explore Stoke-on-Trent's main attractions, including its renowned pottery museums, gardens, and local heritage sites.
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