What's the distance between Manchester and Stoke-on-Trent by coach?

The journey from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent by coach covers an approximate distance of 33 miles (54 km).

How can I get from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent without driving?

The best way to go from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent from £5 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:59	Shudehill	1h 36m	01:35	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	Cheapest
Bus	23:55	Coach Station	1h 25m	01:20	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	Fastest
Bus	23:55	Coach Station	1h 25m	01:20	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:45	Manchester Airport	50m	01:35	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	CheapestFastest
Bus	23:55	Coach Station	1h 25m	01:20	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	No tags
Bus	08:55	Manchester Airport	55m	09:50	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	No tags
Bus	23:55	Coach Station	1h 25m	01:20	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	No tags
Bus	07:10	Shudehill	1h 20m	08:30	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:55	Manchester Airport	55m	09:50	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	Cheapest
Bus	00:45	Manchester Airport	50m	01:35	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	Fastest
Bus	23:55	Coach Station	1h 25m	01:20	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	No tags
Bus	07:10	Shudehill	1h 20m	08:30	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	No tags
Bus	23:55	Coach Station	1h 25m	01:20	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:55	Manchester Airport	55m	09:50	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	Cheapest
Bus	00:45	Manchester Airport	50m	01:35	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	Fastest
Bus	23:55	Coach Station	1h 25m	01:20	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	No tags
Bus	07:10	Shudehill	1h 20m	08:30	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	No tags
Bus	23:55	Coach Station	1h 25m	01:20	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:55	Manchester Airport	55m	09:50	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	Cheapest
Bus	00:45	Manchester Airport	50m	01:35	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	Fastest
Bus	23:55	Coach Station	1h 25m	01:20	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	No tags
Bus	07:10	Shudehill	1h 20m	08:30	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	No tags
Bus	23:55	Coach Station	1h 25m	01:20	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent on 25 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:55	Manchester Airport	55m	09:50	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	Cheapest
Bus	00:45	Manchester Airport	50m	01:35	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	Fastest
Bus	23:55	Coach Station	1h 25m	01:20	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	No tags
Bus	07:10	Shudehill	1h 20m	08:30	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	No tags
Bus	23:55	Coach Station	1h 25m	01:20	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent on 26 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:55	Manchester Airport	55m	09:50	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	Cheapest
Bus	00:45	Manchester Airport	50m	01:35	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	Fastest
Bus	23:55	Coach Station	1h 25m	01:20	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	No tags
Bus	07:10	Shudehill	1h 20m	08:30	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	No tags
Bus	23:55	Coach Station	1h 25m	01:20	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:45	Manchester Airport	50m	01:35	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	CheapestFastest
Bus	23:55	Coach Station	1h 25m	01:20	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	No tags
Bus	08:55	Manchester Airport	55m	09:50	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	No tags
Bus	23:55	Coach Station	1h 25m	01:20	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	No tags
Bus	07:10	Shudehill	1h 20m	08:30	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Stoke-on-Trent. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just £5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1hAverage duration

34 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£7 - £18	Average duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£4 - £57	Average duration40m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£5 - £8	Average duration1h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,383 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

National Express

4/529,722 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29722 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 Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £12

National Express Manchester Stoke-on-Trent recent customer reviews

Only thing I enjoyed was that the driver was lovely. The coach was messy, alcohol bottles rolling everywhere and sticky stuff on floor

Julie X.

1 October 2023

Very good service.

Evi V.

4 June 2018

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

Stops in Manchester

A
Shudehill
Shudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
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B
Coach Station
16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
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C
Manchester Airport
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D
56 Great Bridgewater St
56 Great Bridgewater St, Manchester M1 5LE, UK
E
City of Manchester Stadium
Citylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK
F
Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom

Stops in Stoke-on-Trent

A
Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)
Lichfield Street, Hanley Bus Stn, Stands A & B, Stoke-on-Trent ST1, United Kingdom
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B
Stoke-On-Trent
88 Church Street, Stoke-on-Trent, ST4, United Kingdom
C
Staffordshire University, Stoke-on-Trent
Thompson Library, Stoke-on-Trent ST4 2XE, UK
D
Stoke on Trent
Keele Motorway Services Area, Three Mile Ln, Keele, Newcastle ST5 5HG, UK

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

What's the distance between Manchester and Stoke-on-Trent by coach?
The journey from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent by coach covers an approximate distance of 33 miles (54 km).
How can I get from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent without driving?
The best way to go from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

18/11

£6

19/11

£6

Today

£6

21/11

£6

22/11

£6

23/11

£6

24/11

£6

25/11

£5

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent was searched and found on 25 Nov 2025 with a price of £5

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

You can expect to pay from £5 to £16 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £5, which is on 2025-11-25.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.