- Must visit
The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery
Major pottery museum with the Staffordshire Hoard, ceramics collections and family-friendly galleries in Hanley.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bridgwater to Stoke-on-Trent
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 14 Sept
Cheapest price on 14 Sept
£177
Average ticket price on 14 Sept
£181
Fastest journey on 14 Sept
3 h 14 m
Average journey duration on 14 Sept
3 h 36 m
Trains on 14 Sept
11
Distance
216 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bridgwater 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 Bridgwater to Stoke-on-Trent will cost around £181 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £177.
Fast trains
To travel from Bridgwater to Stoke-on-Trent you need to make at least one change.
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5:213h58Bridgwater9:19Stoke-on-Trent£1771One-way1 change- 7:053h14Bridgwater10:19Stoke-on-Trent£1771One-way1 change
- 7:343h45Bridgwater11:19Stoke-on-Trent£1771One-way1 change
- 8:303h49Bridgwater12:19Stoke-on-Trent£1771One-way1 change
- 9:293h50Bridgwater13:19Stoke-on-Trent£1771One-way1 change
- 7:053h14Bridgwater10:19Stoke-on-Trent£1771One-way1 change
- 10:453h34Bridgwater14:19Stoke-on-Trent£2031One-way1 change
- 15:433h36Bridgwater19:19Stoke-on-Trent£2031One-way1 change
- 7:343h45Bridgwater11:19Stoke-on-Trent£1771One-way1 change
- 8:303h49Bridgwater12:19Stoke-on-Trent£1771One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bridgwater to Stoke-on-Trent
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bridgwater to Stoke-on-Trent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £45 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 14m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £45, while a train costs an average of £182.
Distance: 216 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£182 Average Price | £45 Average Price Cheapest | £43 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 1m Average total duration 4h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Bridgwater to Stoke-on-Trent is a coach with an average price of £45.
This is compared to other travel options from Bridgwater to Stoke-on-Trent:
A coach is £138 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bridgwater to Stoke-on-Trent costing on average £182.
The fastest way to travel from Bridgwater to Stoke-on-Trent is by train with an average journey time of 3h 44m.
Other travel options to Stoke-on-Trent take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 31m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bridgwater and Stoke-on-Trent including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around £182 compared to roughly £43 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-139.46. The journey takes 3h 44m versus 2h 50m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Bridgwater to Stoke-on-Trent train times
The table below shows live departures for Bridgwater to Stoke-on-Trent trains for tomorrow, Monday 14 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:21 Bridgwater | 3h58 | 9:19 Stoke-on-Trent | 1 change | |
| 7:05 Bridgwater | 3h14 | 10:19 Stoke-on-Trent | 1 change | |
| 7:34 Bridgwater | 3h45 | 11:19 Stoke-on-Trent | 1 change | |
| 8:30 Bridgwater | 3h49 | 12:19 Stoke-on-Trent | 1 change | |
| 9:29 Bridgwater | 3h50 | 13:19 Stoke-on-Trent | 1 change | |
| 10:45 Bridgwater | 3h34 | 14:19 Stoke-on-Trent | 1 change | |
| 11:20 Bridgwater | 3h59 | 15:19 Stoke-on-Trent | 1 change | |
| 12:29 Bridgwater | 3h50 | 16:19 Stoke-on-Trent | 1 change | |
| 13:29 Bridgwater | 3h50 | 17:19 Stoke-on-Trent | 1 change | |
| 14:29 Bridgwater | 3h50 | 18:19 Stoke-on-Trent | 1 change | |
| 15:43 Bridgwater | 3h36 | 19:19 Stoke-on-Trent | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bridgwater to Stoke-on-Trent
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bridgwater to Stoke-on-Trent run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £177 but you can travel from only £38 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 20:04. The fastest train covers the 216 km distance in 3h 14m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £38
Distance 216 km |
Average train duration 3h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £177 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 14m |
First train 5:21 |
Last train 20:04 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £38
Train companies: Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bridgwater to Stoke-on-Trent trainsGreat Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bridgwater and Stoke-on-Trent from £38. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway (GWR) Duration
3h 14m
Cheapest Great Western Railway (GWR) Price
£177
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
8 a day
Complete guide to Stoke-on-Trent
Things to do in Stoke-on-Trent
Discover the best of Stoke-on-Trent — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Stoke-on-Trent trip today.
- Must visit
Gladstone Pottery Museum
Historic pottery factory museum with demonstrations, furnished workshops and hands-on insight into Stoke-on-Trent's ceramics trade.
- Recommended
Middleport Pottery
Museum and visitor centre at Middleport Pottery, exploring working pottery traditions, local history and canal-side industry.
- Recommended
Hanley Park
Restored Victorian park with formal gardens, lake, play areas and space for relaxed walks near the city centre.
- Recommended
Etruria Canal Area
Canal-side heritage area with paths, industrial buildings and green space, ideal for a short walk and waterside views.
- Recommended
Parkhall Country Park
Large country park with woodland, open meadows and accessible trails, popular for walking, wildlife and fresh air.
Staffordshire oatcake
A hearty Staffordshire oat pancake made from oatmeal batter, often filled with cheese, bacon or sausage. It is the Potteries’ signature savoury snack and breakfast staple.
- Vegetarian
Cheese oatcake
A simple local lunch of melted cheese, sliced onion and tomato layered on a Staffordshire oatcake. It is a classic Potteries café order.
Potato and meat pie
Traditional meat and potato filling wrapped in suet pastry and steamed or baked. This old Staffordshire working dish is warming and very filling.
High Lane Oatcakes
Well-known casual spot for authentic Staffordshire oatcakes with varied fillings. Simple, local and ideal for a quick regional bite.
Oatcake Heaven
Popular local restaurant known for well-made Staffordshire oatcakes, breakfast dishes and relaxed café atmosphere.
The Holy Inadequate
Traditional canalside pub serving ales and classic British food in a historic setting near the Trent and Mersey Canal.
British pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK: hotels and meals are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and everyday costs stay manageable for most visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for coffee.
Tipping culture
Service is often included in restaurants; if not, tip around 10% for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up or tipped 10%. Cafes do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
First Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £3.00
- Day pass
- £4.80
To the city centre
Stoke-on-Trent Railway Station -> Hanley Bus Station, Stoke-on-Trent
- Distance
- 3 km
- Travel time
- 18 min
- Stoke Smart tickets are valid across multiple operators in the Stoke Smart area, including First and D&G, if bought through their official apps or accepted sales channels.
- Contactless payment is available for bus travel with major operators in the city; check the operator app before boarding for the best-value ticket.
FAQs: Bridgwater to Stoke-on-Trent train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bridgwater to Stoke-on-Trent by train. 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 train, 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Bridgwater to Stoke-on-Trent can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £177, while the average price tends to be around £182.
The train journey from Bridgwater to Stoke-on-Trent covers a distance of 216 km and takes approximately 3h 14m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Bridgwater to Stoke-on-Trent is 216 km.
The first train from Bridgwater to Stoke-on-Trent leaves at 5:21.
The last train from Bridgwater to Stoke-on-Trent departs at 20:04.
Trains from Bridgwater to Stoke-on-Trent run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bridgwater to Stoke-on-Trent.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bridgwater to Stoke-on-Trent.
To get from Bridgwater to Stoke-on-Trent, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Bridgwater to Stoke-on-Trent.
The train station in Bridgwater that goes to Stoke-on-Trent is Bridgwater station (BWT), and it arrives at Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT).
The cheapest way to get from Bridgwater to Stoke-on-Trent is by coach, costing approximately £38.
Booking trains from Bridgwater to Stoke-on-Trent in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bridgwater to Stoke-on-Trent offers varied scenery, including rolling countryside, quaint villages, and glimpses of the Mendip Hills, making parts of the trip quite picturesque. However, some sections may also include urban and industrial landscapes.
A day trip from Bridgwater to Stoke-on-Trent is not feasible, as the journey takes 3h 14m, covering a distance of 216 km. There are 3 trains per day.
To fully explore Stoke-on-Trent's attractions like the Potteries Museum & Art Gallery, Trentham Gardens, and the World of Wedgwood, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.
Yes, you can take the train from Bridgwater to Stoke-on-Trent.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bridgwater and Stoke-on-Trent
Most Bridgwater to Stoke-on-Trent trains use the Bridgwater to Stoke-on-Trent station pair, with some services arriving at Longport. Use this guide to compare Bridgwater and Stoke-on-Trent train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Bridgwater
Arrival train stations in Stoke-on-Trent
Which Bridgwater station do trains to Stoke-on-Trent leave from?
Trains from Bridgwater to Stoke-on-Trent leave from Bridgwater. The station is 1 km from Bridgwater city centre at Bridgwater station, St Johns Street, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 5HB.
BridgwaterBridgwater station, St Johns Street, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 5HB+44 3451652030
City-centre transport
Getting to Bridgwater from Bridgwater city centre
Bus375 · 14m · £4 · every ~3 min
Bridgwater train station facilities and services
Bridgwater has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bridgwater.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bridgwater.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bridgwater: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bridgwater: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bridgwater: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.”Platform 1 (Taunton bound) has step free access. Platform 2 (Bristol bound) has step free access, however, due to severe incline from train to platform, ramp assistance onto the train is not available. If you need assistance travelling from this platform, please speak to our Passenger Assist team on 0800 197 1329. Access between platforms are via local roads as Platform 2 can only be accessed via a footbridge on station. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Stoke-on-Trent station do trains from Bridgwater arrive at?
Trains from Bridgwater to Stoke-on-Trent most often arrive at Stoke-on-Trent. Some services arrive at Longport, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Stoke-on-Trent arrival station.
Stoke-on-TrentStoke-on-Trent station, Station Road, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST4 2AA+44 345 328 0253
City-centre transport
Getting to Stoke-on-Trent from Stoke-on-Trent city centre
Bus25, 23, 40A · 9m · every ~18 min
Stoke-on-Trent train station facilities and services
Stoke-on-Trent has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Stoke-on-Trent. ATMs are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stoke-on-Trent. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stoke-on-Trent: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stoke-on-Trent: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stoke-on-Trent: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: By the North end of platform 1, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
LongportLongport station, Station Street, Longport, Staffordshire, ST6 4ND
City-centre transport
Getting to Longport from Stoke-on-Trent city centre
Longport is 4 km from Stoke-on-Trent city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainNottingham - Crewe, Newark Castle - Crewe · 4m · £2
Bus94 · 10m · every ~2 min
Longport train station facilities and services
Longport has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Longport.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Longport: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Longport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Longport: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Wheelchair users may need assistance on Platform 1 as there are no lowered kerbs on the pavements and the gradient of the ramp to the platform is steep. The gradient of the ramp to Platform 2 is moderate. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible taxis: Euro 01782 314444, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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