The cheapest and fastest coaches from Preston to Stoke-on-Trent
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
4 h 35 m
Average duration
4 h 35 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
92 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Preston 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 Preston to Stoke-on-Trent will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
Of the 1 buses that leave Preston for Stoke-on-Trent every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 92 km distance in an average of 4 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 35 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 Preston to Stoke-on-Trent
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Stoke-on-Trent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. 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 £10, and a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 92 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £26 Average Price |
3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Preston to Stoke-on-Trent bus times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Stoke-on-Trent coaches for tomorrow, Friday 6 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 14:15 Preston | 4h35 | 18:50 Stoke-on-Trent | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Preston to Stoke-on-Trent
Buses from Preston to Stoke-on-Trent run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:20, the last at 22:35. The fastest coach covers the 92 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 92 km |
Average bus duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 04:20 |
Last bus 22:35 |
FAQs: Preston to Stoke-on-Trent coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston 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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