The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bristol to Stoke-on-Trent
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
5 h 30 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
174 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bristol 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 Bristol 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 £21.
Of the 3 buses that leave Bristol for Stoke-on-Trent every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 174 km distance in an average of 5 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 55 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 Bristol to Stoke-on-Trent
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Stoke-on-Trent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £50.
Distance: 174 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£19 Average Price Cheapest | £57 Average Price |
5h 55m Average total duration 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bristol to Stoke-on-Trent bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Stoke-on-Trent coaches for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 16:10 Bristol | 8h25 | 00:35 Stoke-on-Trent | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:50 Bristol | 4h00 | 20:50 Stoke-on-Trent | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol to Stoke-on-Trent
Buses from Bristol to Stoke-on-Trent run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:05, the last at 23:25. The fastest coach covers the 174 km distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 174 km |
Average bus duration 5h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 01:05 |
Last bus 23:25 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, National Express from Bristol to Stoke-on-TrentYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Stoke-on-Trent with FlixBus, National Express for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bristol to Stoke-on-Trent coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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.

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