The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Victoria (VIC) to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£19
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£19
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
5 h 25 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
5 h 25 m
Buses on 19 Sept
1
Distance
218 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Victoria (VIC) 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 London Victoria (VIC) to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 1 buses from London Victoria (VIC) to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT), including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 218 km distance in an average of 5 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 25 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.
NX42423:305h25London, Victoria Coach Station4:55Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station£191One-way0 changes
NX42423:305h25London, Victoria Coach Station4:55Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station£191One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for London Victoria (VIC) to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London Victoria (VIC) to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 19m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, while a flight costs an average of £336.
Distance: 218 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£21 Average Price Cheapest | £336 Average Price | £54 Average Price | £65 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 15m Average total duration 4h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration 1h 54m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Victoria (VIC) to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT):
A coach is £33 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Victoria (VIC) to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) costing on average £54.
A coach is £315 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London Victoria (VIC) to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) costing on average £336.
Other travel options to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) take longer:
Flight takes on average 1h 54m.
Coach takes on average 4h 45m.
Tickets start at around £21 compared to roughly £65 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £44. The journey takes 4h 45m versus 3h 18m 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 National Express, 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.
Live departures
London Victoria (VIC) to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Victoria (VIC) to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) coaches for today, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX424 | 23:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h25 | 4:55 Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from London Victoria (VIC) to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from London Victoria (VIC) to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT).
Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Victoria (VIC) to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)
Buses from London Victoria (VIC) to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 08:05, the last at 22:59. The fastest coach covers the 218 km distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 218 km |
Average bus duration 4h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 4h 10m |
First bus 8:05 |
Last bus 22:59 |
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Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from London Victoria (VIC) to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)You can travel by bus between London Victoria (VIC) to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London Victoria (VIC) to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Victoria (VIC) 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.

- 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.
