What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent is to bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 4h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Stoke-on-Trent?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Bus Station via Lordswood Rd and Newhall St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Stoke-on-Trent?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Stoke-on-Trent via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent?

The distance between Cardiff and Stoke-on-Trent is 153 miles. The road distance is 146.5 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs £35 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent?

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent bus from?

Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent train from?

Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs £35 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 4h 27m.

Where does the Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent bus arrive?

Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Lordswood Rd station.

Where does the Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent train arrive?

Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent?

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Where can I stay near Stoke-on-Trent?

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Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New StreetCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Stoke-on-TrentBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 9m
£40–121
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Lordswood Rd111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Bus StationUk076 / ...
4h 27m
£27–44
Drive 145.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent145.7 mi
2h 30m
£36–52
Train, line 103 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to CreweCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Crewe Arms Hotel to Bus Station103
3h 44m

Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent by train

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Distance: 151.6 mi
Duration: 3h 9m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Stoke-on-Trent, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Stoke-on-Trent via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Station via Lordswood Rd and Newhall St in around 4h 27m.

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