The cheapest and fastest coaches from Chester to Stoke-on-Trent
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 31 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
52 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Chester 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 Chester to Stoke-on-Trent will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
Of the 3 buses that leave Chester 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 52 km distance in an average of 1 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 35 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 Chester to Stoke-on-Trent
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester to Stoke-on-Trent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 52 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£15 Average Price Cheapest | £18 Average Price |
1h 56m Average total duration 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg 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
Chester to Stoke-on-Trent bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chester to Stoke-on-Trent coaches for today, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:40 Chester | 1h25 | 08:05 Stoke-on-Trent | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chester to Stoke-on-Trent
Buses from Chester to Stoke-on-Trent run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:23. The fastest coach covers the 52 km distance in 1h 13m.
Distance 52 km |
Average bus duration 1h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 1h 13m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:23 |
Bus providers: National Express, Transport for Wales from Chester to Stoke-on-TrentYou can travel by bus between Chester to Stoke-on-Trent with National Express, Transport for Wales for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Chester to Stoke-on-Trent coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Chester, Gorse Stacks (Bus Interchange), which is located around 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.
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