The cheapest and fastest coaches from Darlington to Stoke-on-Trent
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
4 h 25 m
Average duration
6 h 42 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
174 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Darlington 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 Darlington to Stoke-on-Trent will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
To travel from Darlington to Stoke-on-Trent you need to make at least one change.






Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Darlington to Stoke-on-Trent
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Darlington to Stoke-on-Trent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, and a train costs an average of £117.
Distance: 174 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£39 Average Price Cheapest | £118 Average Price |
11h 25m Average total duration 10h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Darlington to Stoke-on-Trent bus times
The table below shows live departures for Darlington to Stoke-on-Trent coaches for tomorrow, Monday 2 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:50 Darlington | 11h05 | 22:55 Stoke-on-Trent | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:25 Darlington | 4h25 | 18:50 Stoke-on-Trent | 2 changes | |
![]() | 19:50 Darlington | 4h35 | 00:25 Stoke-on-Trent | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Darlington to Stoke-on-Trent
Buses from Darlington to Stoke-on-Trent run on average 2 times per day, taking around 10h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £39 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 04:20, the last at 22:30. The fastest coach covers the 174 km distance in 10h 55m.
Distance 174 km |
Average bus duration 10h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 10h 55m |
First bus 04:20 |
Last bus 22:30 |
FAQs: Darlington to Stoke-on-Trent coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darlington 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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