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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 5 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
61 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Of the 3 buses that leave Stoke-on-Trent for Birmingham every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 61 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 5 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 Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 61 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£8 Average Price Cheapest | £15 Average Price |
1h 45m Average total duration 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham coaches for today, Tuesday 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:35 Stoke-on-Trent | 1h05 | 08:40 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:55 Stoke-on-Trent | 1h05 | 19:00 Birmingham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham
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Buses from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 61 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 61 km |
Average bus duration 1h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 01:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, National Express from Stoke-on-Trent to BirminghamYou can travel by bus between Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham with FlixBus, National Express for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Coaches from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham
Taking the coach offers a convenient and quick way to make the trip from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham. The journey time ranges between one hour exactly and one hour 35 minutes for direct connections, and there's plenty of choice, with seven coaches departing from Stoke every day of the week.
Which coach companies travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham?
National Express is currently the only company that offers coach connections between Stoke-on-Trent and Birmingham, providing direct buses every day.
How long is the coach from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham?
Passengers can expect a fairly quick journey between Stoke-on-Trent and Birmingham. When buses run direct, journey times will vary between one hour exactly and one hour 35 minutes.
How many coaches are there from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham?
Travellers will always have a wide range of services to choose from when making the journey to Birmingham from Stoke-on-Trent. Direct buses depart from central Stoke every day, and there are seven options to select from. Buses start leaving as early as 5:30 a.m. and run until past midnight, so finding convenient times to travel should be easy.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham?
Departure bus station: Coaches from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham depart from Stoke-on-Trent Bus Station. A recently refurbished, modern facility, the city's main bus station is located in the suburb of Hanley, just north of the city centre. The bus station is around one and a half miles away from the railway station, but local buses offer reliable connections and travellers can get to their coaches in around 25 minutes (traffic permitting). Taxis from the centre of town should take 15 minutes maximum.
Arrival bus station: All coaches to Birmingham from Stoke-on-Trent will arrive at Birmingham Coach Station, the main National Express hub in the West Midlands. The Coach Station can be found on Mill Lane in the Digbeth neighbourhood and it is well served by local buses. The 60 and X2 provide handy links to Solihull and the city centre, while travellers can also walk to Birmingham New Street railway station in around 10-15 minutes. If travellers intend to continue to Birmingham International Airport, that's not a problem. National Express offers direct airport express buses to the airport terminals and fast trains run from New Street, so it's a convenient place to arrive, whatever comes next.
FAQs: Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Birmingham, Coach Station, located 2.4 miles (3.8 km) away from the city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Stoke-on-Trent and Birmingham
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Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street
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