The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
1 h 22 m
Average duration
1 h 23 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
40 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Of the 2 trains that leave Manchester Airport for Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 40 km distance in an average of 1 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 23 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 Manchester Airport to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) 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 coach which can get you there in 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £2.
Distance: 40 km
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Live departures
Manchester Airport to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) trains for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 21:17 Manchester Airport | 1h23 | 22:40 Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
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![]() | 08:17 Manchester Airport | 1h23 | 09:40 Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:17 Manchester Airport | 1h22 | 10:39 Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Manchester Airport to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) by train or coach
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Why should you book Manchester Airport to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail (3)?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail (3), but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT).
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Northern Rail (3) with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Manchester Airport to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT).
Why book with Omio over Trip, Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Manchester Airport to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)
Trains from Manchester Airport to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:51, the last at 22:17. The fastest train covers the 40 km distance in 1h 18m.
Distance 40 km |
Average train duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 1h 18m |
First train 05:51 |
Last train 22:17 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester Airport to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) trainsNorthern Rail (3), Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester Airport and Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Avanti West Coast
CrossCountry
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TransPennine Express
Northern Trains Limited
FAQs: Manchester Airport to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport to Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) 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 station (SOT), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Airport and Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 20:00 Saturday 06:25 - 19:30 Sunday 08:55 - 20:30
- Car Park: Stoke on Trent Car Park 3 (Adjacent to Platform 2/3)
- 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
- 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
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 & 2
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: all platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station.
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