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Compare train and coach for Hemel Hempstead to Stoke-on-Trent
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hemel Hempstead to Stoke-on-Trent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £27, and a coach costs an average of £69.
Distance: 181 km
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Hemel Hempstead to Stoke-on-Trent train times
The table below shows live departures for Hemel Hempstead to Stoke-on-Trent trains for today, Sunday 23 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 06:49
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 10:25 Hemel Hempstead | 2h30 | 12:55 Stoke-on-Trent | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Train from Hemel Hempstead to Stoke-on-Trent
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Trains from Hemel Hempstead to Stoke-on-Trent run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 22:04. The fastest train covers the 181 km distance in 2h 30m.
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
Distance 181 km |
Average train duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 30m |
First train 05:25 |
Last train 22:04 |
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
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast from Hemel Hempstead to Stoke-on-Trent trainsWest Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Hemel Hempstead and Stoke-on-Trent from £27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
West Midlands Trains
About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 47m
Cheapest Price
£21
West Midlands Trains frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
Avanti West Coast
About
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 19m
Cheapest Price
£57
Avanti West Coast frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Hemel Hempstead to Stoke-on-Trent train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hemel Hempstead 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.
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.
The cost of a train ticket from Hemel Hempstead to Stoke-on-Trent can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £27, while the average price tends to be around £51.
The train journey from Hemel Hempstead to Stoke-on-Trent offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes. Passengers can enjoy views of the Chiltern Hills and parts of the scenic countryside, though much of the journey includes built-up areas and industrial zones.
The cheapest way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Stoke-on-Trent is by train, costing approximately £27.
The train distance from Hemel Hempstead to Stoke-on-Trent is 181 km.
Booking trains from Hemel Hempstead 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 last train from Hemel Hempstead to Stoke-on-Trent departs at 22:04.
There is no night train service from Hemel Hempstead to Stoke-on-Trent.
The train journey from Hemel Hempstead to Stoke-on-Trent covers a distance of 181 km and takes approximately 2h 30m. Trains run 4 per day.
A day trip from Hemel Hempstead to Stoke-on-Trent is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 30m each way. Trains run 4 times per day, covering a distance of 181 km.
The train station in Hemel Hempstead that goes to Stoke-on-Trent is Hemel Hempstead station (HML), and it arrives at Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT).
The first train from Hemel Hempstead to Stoke-on-Trent leaves at 5:25.
Trains from Hemel Hempstead to Stoke-on-Trent run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Hemel Hempstead to Stoke-on-Trent.
Yes, you can take the train from Hemel Hempstead to Stoke-on-Trent.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Hemel Hempstead to Stoke-on-Trent.
To get from Hemel Hempstead to Stoke-on-Trent, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
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Important Stations and Airports in Hemel Hempstead and Stoke-on-Trent
Hemel Hempstead
Stoke-on-Trent
The major train station for departures in Hemel Hempstead is Hemel Hempstead. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hemel Hempstead for your trip from Hemel Hempstead to Stoke-on-Trent.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- Fishery Wharf Cafe
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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 ticket machines note: Card payment only.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets and accessible toilets (non-RADAR) are located within the Booking Hall Concourse. All toilet facilities are only available during Booking Office opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00-20:00, Saturday 07:00-20:00 and Sunday 07:30-19:00. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The accessible toilets (non-RADAR) are located in the Booking Hall Concourse. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Friday 06:00-20:00, Saturday 07:00-20:00 and Sunday 07:30-19:00. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Hemel Hempstead
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Public service bus stops outside station entrance.
The major train station for arrivals in Stoke-on-Trent is Longport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Longport for your journey to Stoke-on-Trent from Hemel Hempstead.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Longport
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the station entrance.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWC
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 20:00 Saturday 06:25 - 19:30 Sunday 08:55 - 20:30
Parking
- Car Park: Stoke on Trent Car Park 3 (Adjacent to Platform 2/3)
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The accessible toilets are located on Platform 1 and 2. The National key toilet is located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 & 2
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: all platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Stoke-on-Trent
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station.
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