Edinburgh to Stoke-on-Trent train with Avanti West Coast

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Stoke-on-Trent

Showing times and prices for 22 Apr

Cheapest price

£48

Average price

£79

Fastest journey

3 h 39 m

Average duration

3 h 49 m

Trains per day

Distance

334 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Stoke-on-Trent will cost around £79 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £48.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Edinburgh for Stoke-on-Trent every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 334 km distance in an average of 3 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 39 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 28 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.

16:523h39

Edinburgh

20:31Stoke-on-Trent

£481One-way

0 changes

12:523h39

Edinburgh

16:31Stoke-on-Trent

£531One-way

0 changes

08:523h39

Edinburgh

12:31Stoke-on-Trent

£711One-way

0 changes

10:523h39

Edinburgh

14:31Stoke-on-Trent

£1111One-way

0 changes

08:124h28

Edinburgh

12:40Stoke-on-Trent

£1111One-way

0 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Stoke-on-Trent

United Kingdom

Trains from Edinburgh to Stoke-on-Trent run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £48 but you can travel from only £19 by bus.

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 £19

Distance

334 km

Average train duration

4h 31m

Cheapest ticket price

£48

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

3h 39m

First train

05:48

Last train

18:13

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £19

Train providers: Virgin Trains, TransPennine Express and East Coast trains Edinburgh to Stoke-on-Trent

Buy your official Virgin Trains, TransPennine Express and East Coast train tickets from Edinburgh to Stoke-on-Trent from £35 with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most convenient journey.

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Edinburgh to Stoke-on-Trent train information with Virgin Trains:

Average Duration: 3 h 39 min
Cheapest Price: £35
Virgin Trains frequency: 6 a day

Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

Edinburgh to Stoke-on-Trent train information with TransPennine Express:

Average Duration: 4 h 29 min
Cheapest Price: £103

LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.

Train information from Edinburgh to Stoke-on-Trent with East Coast:

Average Duration: 5 h 13 min
Cheapest Price: £163

FAQs: Edinburgh to Stoke-on-Trent train

FAQs: Travel by train from Edinburgh to Stoke-on-Trent easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Edinburgh to Stoke-on-Trent.

Cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Stoke-on-Trent can start from as little as £24 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Edinburgh to Stoke-on-Trent is £105; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Edinburgh to Stoke-on-Trent train time is 3 h 39 min covering the 207 mile long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Edinburgh to Stoke-on-Trent leaves at 01: 22. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Edinburgh to Stoke-on-Trent leaves at 23: 35.

There are 5 trains a day from Edinburgh to Stoke-on-Trent which require at least one change with Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, LNER or first_transpennine_express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the best Edinburgh to Stoke-on-Trent train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, LNER or first_transpennine_express. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services between Edinburgh and Stoke-on-Trent to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 35.

A trip to Stoke-on-Trent from Edinburgh is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 39 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Edinburgh to Stoke-on-Trent by train is January.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Edinburgh and Stoke-on-Trent including taking a train, coach or flight.