18:551h05Stoke-on-Trent20:00Birmingham£41One-way0 changes
9:552h05Stoke-on-Trent12:00Birmingham£71One-way0 changes
18:551h05Stoke-on-Trent20:00Birmingham£41One-way0 changes
9:552h05Stoke-on-Trent12:00Birmingham£71One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham
The cheapest option from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham is train, with an average price of £7. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.
Distance: 61 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£7 Average Price Cheapest option | £11 Average Price |
1h 44m Average total duration 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 31m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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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, Friday 10 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 8:35 Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station | 1h05 | 9:40 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:10 Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station | 1h05 | 11:15 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:55 Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station | 2h05 | 13:00 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:35 Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station | 1h05 | 14:40 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:55 Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station | 1h05 | 20:00 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham by coach or train
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Why should you book Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham 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 Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- 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 Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham
Typically, there are 6 buses per day from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham, including 5 direct buses, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £3 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 61 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 61 km |
Average bus duration 1h 14m |
Lowest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 84 days |
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 £3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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.

- 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stoke-on-Trent and Birmingham
Most Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham buses use the Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station to Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham, Coach Station. Use this guide to compare Stoke-on-Trent and Birmingham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station from Stoke-on-Trent city centre
Getting to Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway from Birmingham city centre
Getting to Birmingham, Coach Station from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham, Coach Station bus station facilities and services
Birmingham, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) from Birmingham city centre
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