The cheapest and fastest coaches from Luton to Stoke-on-Trent
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
6 h 50 m
Average duration
8 h 54 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
173 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Luton 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 Luton to Stoke-on-Trent will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
Of the 4 buses that leave Luton for Stoke-on-Trent every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 173 km distance in an average of 8 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 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 Luton to Stoke-on-Trent
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Stoke-on-Trent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 173 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£20 Average Price Cheapest | £65 Average Price |
5h 11m Average total duration 4h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Luton to Stoke-on-Trent bus times
The table below shows live departures for Luton 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 17:50 Luton | 10h35 | 04:25 Stoke-on-Trent | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 27 February | |||||
![]() | 03:20 Luton | 6h50 | 10:10 Stoke-on-Trent | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:50 Luton | 11h00 | 18:50 Stoke-on-Trent | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Luton to Stoke-on-Trent by train or coach
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Why should you book Luton to Stoke-on-Trent coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of National Express to find the best option for your trip from Luton to Stoke-on-Trent.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of National Express to find the best option for your trip from Luton 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 Luton to Stoke-on-Trent.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Luton to Stoke-on-Trent
Buses from Luton to Stoke-on-Trent run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 173 km distance in 4h 35m.
Distance 173 km |
Average bus duration 4h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 4h 35m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, National Express from Luton to Stoke-on-TrentYou can travel by bus between Luton to Stoke-on-Trent with FlixBus, National Express for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Luton to Stoke-on-Trent coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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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