How to travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham

There are 2 options to travel between Stoke-on-Trent and Birmingham including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham is a bus with an average price of $10 (€8).

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

A bus is $4 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham costing on average $14 (€12).

The fastest way to travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham is by train with an average journey time of 1h 29m.

Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 43m.

The distance from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham is approximately 37 miles (61 km).

The average frequency per day from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham is:

• Around 8 trains per day.
• Around 6 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham:

• Trains mostly depart from Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) and arrive in Birmingham New Street (BHM).
• Buses mostly depart from Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station and arrive in Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country, West Midlands Trains to go to Birmingham by train.
• Travel with FlixBus, National Express to go to Birmingham by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham with the following travel companies:

• 6 direct trains per day with CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country.
• 5 direct buses per day with FlixBus, National Express.

Omio customers who travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham often also extend their vacation to go to London, Paris, Edinburgh, Manchester, Glasgow. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Birmingham and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Birmingham to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Birmingham, you can explore the historic Jewellery Quarter, take a canal boat tour, and visit the National SEA LIFE Centre. Enjoy performances at the Birmingham Hippodrome and discover history at the Birmingham Back to Backs. Must-see sights include the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Cadbury World, Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Symphony Hall, and The Bullring shopping center.

Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Birmingham's key attractions, including its museums, culinary scene, and shopping areas.