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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent is to rideshare which costs £4 - £5 and takes 1h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent is to train which takes 33 min and costs £3 - £24.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Stoke-on-Trent. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

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

The distance between Manchester and Stoke-on-Trent is 38 miles. The road distance is 39.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent without a car is to train which takes 33 min and costs £3 - £24.

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

The train from Manchester Piccadilly to Stoke-on-Trent takes 33 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

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

Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

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

Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent is to train which takes 33 min and costs £3 - £24. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £22 and takes 1h 20m.

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

Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

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

Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Stoke-on-Trent station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent is 39 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent.

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

Book your Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Stoke-on-Trent?

There are 1078+ hotels available in Stoke-on-Trent.

Can I share a ride from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Manchester and Stoke-on-Trent. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and rideshare

There are 5 ways to get from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Stoke-on-TrentManchester Piccadilly - London Euston / ...
33 min
£3–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus StationUk076 / ...
1h 20m
£5–22
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Manchester to Stoke-On-Trent38 mi
1h 10m
£4–5
Drive 39.3 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent39.3 mi
1h 2m
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent39.3 mi
1h 2m
£90–110

Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent by train

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Map of how to get from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent.

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Distance: 37.4 mi
Duration: 33 min

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Stoke-on-Trent hourly. Tickets cost £13–24 and the journey takes 33 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £5–10 and the journey takes 1h 20m. National Express also services this route once daily.

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