The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bournemouth to Stoke-on-Trent
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
9 h 40 m
Average duration
9 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
255 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bournemouth to Stoke-on-Trent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Stoke-on-Trent will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
Of the 1 buses that leave Bournemouth for Stoke-on-Trent every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 255 km distance in an average of 9 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 40 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bournemouth to Stoke-on-Trent
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Stoke-on-Trent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 255 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£22 Average Price Cheapest | £67 Average Price |
6h 50m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bournemouth to Stoke-on-Trent bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Stoke-on-Trent coaches for today, Thursday 26 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 19:15 Bournemouth | 9h40 | 04:55 Stoke-on-Trent | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bournemouth to Stoke-on-Trent
Buses from Bournemouth to Stoke-on-Trent run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:05, the last at 20:30. The fastest coach covers the 255 km distance in 7h 5m.
Distance 255 km |
Average bus duration 6h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 7h 5m |
First bus 01:05 |
Last bus 20:30 |
Bus providers: National Express from Bournemouth to Stoke-on-TrentYou can travel by bus between Bournemouth to Stoke-on-Trent with National Express for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bournemouth to Stoke-on-Trent coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Stoke-on-Trent by coach. 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 coach, 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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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