What is the travel distance from Bolton to Stoke-on-Trent?

Bolton and Stoke-on-Trent are 67 km (42 miles) apart.

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Bolton to Stoke-on-Trent?

Buses departing from Astley Bridge Bus Stop (o/s Monks World Travel) in Bolton will take you to Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B) in Stoke-on-Trent.

Bus from Bolton to Stoke-on-Trent starting at $19 | Compare & Save up to 21%

Next bus departures

Next departures for Bolton to Stoke-on-Trent on November 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:15pm	Bolton Central Bus Station	2h 5m	1:20am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	11:15pm	Bolton Central Bus Station	2h 5m	1:20am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:24 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Bolton to Stoke-on-Trent

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Stoke-on-Trent. The journey takes about 2 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

2h 5mAverage Duration

64 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$20 - $23	Average Duration2h 5m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$27 - $27	Average Duration1h 47m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$12 - $12	Average Duration1h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,715 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29715 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $20

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Where are the popular stops in Bolton and Stoke-on-Trent?

Stops in Bolton

A - Astley Bridge Bus Stop (o/s Monks World Travel)

B - Bolton - Central Bus Station

C - Astley Bridge Bus Stop

Stops in Stoke-on-Trent

A - Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)

B - Stoke-On-Trent

C - Staffordshire University, Stoke-on-Trent

D - Stoke on Trent

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bolton to Stoke-on-Trent by bus

What is the travel distance from Bolton to Stoke-on-Trent?
Bolton and Stoke-on-Trent are 67 km (42 miles) apart.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Bolton to Stoke-on-Trent?
Buses departing from Astley Bridge Bus Stop (o/s Monks World Travel) in Bolton will take you to Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B) in Stoke-on-Trent.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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$20

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$19

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The cheapest trip from Bolton to Stoke-on-Trent was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $19

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bolton to Stoke-on-Trent, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $19 to $24 for a bus ticket from Bolton to Stoke-on-Trent based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $19 which is on 2025-11-19.