The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester Airport to Stoke-on-Trent
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
1 h 32 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
41 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport to Stoke-on-Trent will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
Of the 5 buses that leave Manchester Airport 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 41 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 1 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.
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
NT071400 · Y24900 · NT072200
NX424
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
NX424
NT071400 · Y24900 · NT072200Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester Airport to Stoke-on-Trent
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Stoke-on-Trent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 41 km
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£10 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price |
1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester Airport to Stoke-on-Trent bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Stoke-on-Trent coaches for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 08:55 Manchester, Airport | 0h55 | 09:50 Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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NX424 | 00:20 Manchester, Airport | 1h00 | 01:20 Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 00:45 Manchester, Airport | 0h50 | 01:35 Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester Airport to Stoke-on-Trent
Buses from Manchester Airport to Stoke-on-Trent run on average 2 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £5 by train.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 21:17. The fastest coach covers the 41 km distance in 50m.
Distance 41 km |
Average bus duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 50m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 21:17 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Manchester Airport to Stoke-on-TrentYou can travel by bus between Manchester Airport to Stoke-on-Trent with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Manchester Airport to Stoke-on-Trent coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport 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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