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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kettering to Stoke-on-Trent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, while a train costs an average of £55.
Distance: 119 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£55 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest | £23 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Kettering to Stoke-on-Trent, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Kettering to Stoke-on-Trent:
A coach is £38 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kettering to Stoke-on-Trent costing on average £55.
Other travel options to Stoke-on-Trent take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 45m.
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (1h 36m by train vs 1h 43m by car). Tickets start at around £55 compared to roughly £23 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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The most popular day trips by train from Stoke-on-Trent are Manchester, Birmingham, Liverpool, Chester and Nottingham. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Stoke-on-Trent on Omio.
Manchester is known for its industrial heritage, influential music and deep football culture. Red-brick canalside areas, major museums and lively nightlife give it an energetic northern character.
Birmingham is known for its industrial past, canal network and diverse food scene. It combines major shopping and cultural landmarks with lively neighbourhoods shaped by manufacturing, music and modern city life.
Liverpool is known for The Beatles, football and a waterfront shaped by its maritime past. Its grand docks, museums and lively city centre give it a proud, creative character.
Chester is known for its Roman walls, medieval streets and the distinctive black-and-white Rows. Compact and walkable, it blends deep history with a relaxed riverside setting and a lively city centre.
Nottingham is known for the Robin Hood legend, its lace-making past and a lively student atmosphere. The compact city blends Nottingham Castle and the Lace Market with independent shops, music and strong sporting traditions.
Travel 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 Kettering to Stoke-on-Trent.
This is compared to other travel options from Kettering to Stoke-on-Trent:
A coach is £38 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kettering to Stoke-on-Trent costing on average £55.
Other travel options to Stoke-on-Trent take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 45m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Kettering and Stoke-on-Trent as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
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