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

The distance between Stoke-on-Trent and London by coach is approximately 135 miles (218 km).

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

You can travel to London from Stoke-on-Trent by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus Stoke-on-Trent to London from £8 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Stoke-on-Trent to London on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:10	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	5h 10m	14:20	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	01:45	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	4h 10m	05:55	Hammersmith	Fastest
Bus	09:10	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	5h 10m	14:20	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	01:45	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	4h 40m	06:25	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	09:10	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	4h 50m	14:00	London (Earl's Court)	No tags

Next departures from Stoke-on-Trent to London on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:10	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	5h 10m	14:20	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	01:45	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	4h 10m	05:55	Hammersmith	Fastest
Bus	09:10	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	5h 10m	14:20	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	01:45	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	4h 40m	06:25	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	09:10	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	4h 50m	14:00	London (Earl's Court)	No tags

Next departures from Stoke-on-Trent to London on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	01:20	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	5h	06:20	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	01:45	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	4h 10m	05:55	Hammersmith	Fastest
Bus	01:20	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	5h	06:20	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	01:45	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	4h 40m	06:25	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	01:20	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	5h	06:20	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Stoke-on-Trent to London on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:10	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	5h 10m	14:20	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	01:45	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	4h 10m	05:55	Hammersmith	Fastest
Bus	01:20	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	5h	06:20	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	01:45	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	4h 40m	06:25	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	01:20	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	5h	06:20	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Stoke-on-Trent to London on 25 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:10	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	5h 10m	14:20	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	09:10	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	4h 50m	14:00	London (Earl's Court)	Fastest
Bus	09:10	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	5h 10m	14:20	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	04:35	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	8h 25m	13:00	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	09:10	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	5h 10m	14:20	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Stoke-on-Trent to London on 26 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:10	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	5h 10m	14:20	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	01:45	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	4h 10m	05:55	Hammersmith	Fastest
Bus	01:20	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	5h	06:20	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	01:45	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	4h 40m	06:25	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	01:20	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	5h	06:20	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Stoke-on-Trent to London on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	01:20	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	5h	06:20	Victoria Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	01:45	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	4h 10m	05:55	Hammersmith	Fastest
Bus	01:20	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	5h	06:20	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	01:45	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	4h 40m	06:25	Victoria Coach Station	No tags
Bus	01:20	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	5h	06:20	Victoria Coach Station	No tags

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

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just £14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3hAverage duration

135 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£11 - £65	Average duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£30 - £270	Average duration1h 34m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£14 - £31	Average duration3h	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,384 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

National Express

4/529,722 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Passengers have shared positive experiences, highlighting the efficiency and comfort of their journeys. The service was consistently on time, with friendly and attentive staff contributing to a pleasant travel experience. Additionally, passengers appreciated the comfortable seating arrangements and opportunities for short breaks during longer trips.

National Express Stoke-on-Trent London recent customer reviews

The rides was smooth, comfortable seats we had a little break to stretch our legs and grab a quick drink.

Samantha E.

13 July 2025

I got a ticket to a coach that has Wi-Fi and toilet but unfortunately there was none on the bus which makes the journey boring.

Yode B.

27 December 2023

It was a very comfortable ride down to London, I traveled down with injuries to my back, the only times I did wince a bit was in inner London

Kene L.

9 March 2022

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

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

Stops in London

A
Victoria Coach Station
164 Buckingham Palace Rd, Belgravia, London SW1W 9TP, UK
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B
Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.
Hammersmith, Stop SC, London W6 9PJ, UK
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C
Finchley Road
235 Finchley Rd, London NW3, UK
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D
Earl's Court
76-77 A4, Kensington, London SW5, UK
E
London Elephant & Castle
26 New Kent Rd, London SE1 6TJ, UK
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F
Old Kent Rd
The Old Fire Station, Old Kent Rd, London SE1 5UE, UK
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Stoke-on-Trent to London

What's the distance between Stoke-on-Trent and London by coach?
The distance between Stoke-on-Trent and London by coach is approximately 135 miles (218 km).
How can I get from Stoke-on-Trent to London without driving?
You can travel to London from Stoke-on-Trent by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

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

£17

19/11

£17

Today

£19

21/11

£25

22/11

£25

23/11

£17

24/11

£19

25/11

£19

The cheapest trip from Stoke-on-Trent to London was searched and found on 23 Nov 2025 with a price of £17

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

You can expect to pay from £17 to £43 for a bus ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £17, which is on 2025-11-23.

Usually FlixBus 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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Stoke-on-Trent to London?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time5h 10m	Avg price£23	Daily departures9
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time1h 34m	Avg price£55	Daily departures12
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time3h	Avg price£23	Daily departures1