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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leicester to Stoke-on-Trent
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
4 h 28 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
82 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leicester 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 Leicester 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 £20.
Of the 2 buses that leave Leicester for Stoke-on-Trent every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 82 km distance in an average of 4 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 10 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 Leicester to Stoke-on-Trent
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester 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 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 82 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£18 Average Price Cheapest | £27 Average Price |
2h 27m Average total duration 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Leicester to Stoke-on-Trent bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:05 Leicester | 3h45 | 21:50 Stoke-on-Trent | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Leicester to Stoke-on-Trent coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Arriva Midlands to find the best option for your trip from Leicester to Stoke-on-Trent.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Arriva Midlands to find the best option for your trip from Leicester to Stoke-on-Trent.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Leicester to Stoke-on-Trent.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leicester to Stoke-on-Trent
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Buses from Leicester to Stoke-on-Trent run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 82 km distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 82 km |
Average bus duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 40m |
First bus 01:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Arriva Midlands from Leicester to Stoke-on-TrentYou can travel by bus between Leicester to Stoke-on-Trent with National Express, FlixBus, Arriva Midlands for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Leicester to Stoke-on-Trent coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- National Express
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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