The cheapest and fastest trains from Wolverhampton to Stoke-on-Trent
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
29 m
Average duration
32 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton to Stoke-on-Trent will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 5 trains that leave Wolverhampton 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 47 km distance in an average of 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 37 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 Wolverhampton to Stoke-on-Trent
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wolverhampton to Stoke-on-Trent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £7, and a coach costs an average of £9.
Distance: 47 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£12 Average Price Cheapest | £17 Average Price |
1h 1m Average total duration Fastest 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 22m Average total duration 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Wolverhampton to Stoke-on-Trent train times
The table below shows live departures for Wolverhampton to Stoke-on-Trent trains for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C23368 | On time 08:19 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 0h29 | 08:48 Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
C23370 | On time 08:49 Wolverhampton station (WVH) | 0h29 | 09:18 Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 28 November | |||||
![]() | 04:53 Wolverhampton | 0h55 | 05:48 Stoke-on-Trent | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wolverhampton to Stoke-on-Trent
Trains from Wolverhampton to Stoke-on-Trent run on average 6 times per day, taking around 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 22:50. The fastest train covers the 47 km distance in 29m.
Distance 47 km |
Average train duration 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 29m |
First train 05:15 |
Last train 22:50 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country from Wolverhampton to Stoke-on-Trent trainsCrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Wolverhampton and Stoke-on-Trent from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Wolverhampton to Stoke-on-Trent train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wolverhampton 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Wolverhampton and Stoke-on-Trent
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 06:15 - 23:59
- Car Park: Multi storey
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- 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 National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle facilities are currently located at the front of the station adjacent to the multi-storey car park whilst redevelopment works are carried out at the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Due to construction works taking place at Wolverhampton station, rail replacement buses are unable to use the short stay car park at the front of the station. For the foreseeable future rail replacement buses will pick up and drop off at bus stop AH on Lichfield Street (by the Moon Under Water public house).
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the station entrance.
- 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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