Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 03 Sept
£17
Average ticket price on 03 Sept
£18
Fastest journey on 03 Sept
3 h
Average journey duration on 03 Sept
5 h 10 m
Buses on 03 Sept
3
Distance
81 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Coventry station (COV) to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Coventry station (COV) to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
On Thu 03 Sept, we found 3 buses from Coventry station (COV) to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT), including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 81 km distance in an average of 5 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 15 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Coventry station (COV) to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 56m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £13, while a coach costs an average of £16.
Distance: 81 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£16 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest | £29 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 27m Average total duration 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Coventry station (COV) to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT):
A train is £3 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Coventry station (COV) to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) costing on average £16.
Other travel options to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 57m.
Tickets start at around £16 compared to roughly £29 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £13. The journey takes 1h 57m versus 1h 22m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Coventry station (COV) to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) coaches for today, Wednesday 2 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX777 · NX424 | 22:40 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 6h15 | 4:55 Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station | 1 change | |
| Thursday 3 September | |||||
![]() | 1:55 Coventry station (COV) | 3h00 | 4:55 Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Buses from Coventry station (COV) to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £7 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:55, the last at 21:40. The fastest coach covers the 81 km distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 81 km |
Average bus duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 30m |
First bus 0:55 |
Last bus 21:40 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coventry station (COV) to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) 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 station (SOT), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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