What is the distance between Preston and Stoke-on-Trent?

The distance between Preston and Stoke-on-Trent is around 92 km (57 miles).

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

Buses traveling this route start their trip at Preston City Centre Bus Station, in Preston, and end it at Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B), in Stoke-on-Trent.

Bus Preston to Stoke-on-Trent from $17 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Preston to Stoke-on-Trent on November 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:35pm	Preston City Centre Bus Station	2h 45m	1:20am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:35pm	Preston City Centre Bus Station	2h 45m	1:20am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	No tags

Next departures for Preston to Stoke-on-Trent on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:15pm	Preston Bus Station	4h 35m	6:50pm	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	Cheapest
Bus	10:35pm	Preston City Centre Bus Station	2h 45m	1:20am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	Fastest
Bus	10:35pm	Preston City Centre Bus Station	2h 45m	1:20am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 10:51 AM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Preston 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 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

2h 45mAverage Duration

90 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$22 - $53	Average Duration2h 45m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$20 - $20	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

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Staff4.1

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Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

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

Stops in Preston

A - Preston City Centre Bus Station

B - Preston 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 Preston to Stoke-on-Trent by bus

What is the distance between Preston and Stoke-on-Trent?
The distance between Preston and Stoke-on-Trent is around 92 km (57 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Preston to Stoke-on-Trent?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Preston City Centre Bus Station, in Preston, and end it at 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.

Best price found

11-16

$28

11-17

$21

Today

$18

11-19

$20

11-20

No data

11-21

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11-22

$21

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The cheapest trip from Preston to Stoke-on-Trent was searched and found on Nov 18, 2025 with a price of $18

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

You can expect to pay from $18 to $32 for a bus ticket from Preston to Stoke-on-Trent based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $20 which is on 2025-11-19.