How far is Manchester from Stoke-on-Trent?

Manchester and Stoke-on-Trent are 33 miles (54 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent?

Most of the buses traveling from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent leave from Shudehill and arrive at Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B). These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

Bus Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent from $6 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:59pm	Shudehill	1h 36m	1:35am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	Cheapest
Bus	12:10pm	Shudehill	1h 20m	1:30pm	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	Fastest
Bus	11:55pm	Coach Station	1h 25m	1:20am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	No tags
Bus	5:30pm	Shudehill	1h 20m	6:50pm	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	No tags
Bus	11:55pm	Coach Station	1h 25m	1:20am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:55am	Manchester Airport	55m	9:50am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	Cheapest
Bus	12:45am	Manchester Airport	50m	1:35am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	Fastest
Bus	11:55pm	Coach Station	1h 25m	1:20am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	No tags
Bus	7:10am	Shudehill	1h 20m	8:30am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	No tags
Bus	11:55pm	Coach Station	1h 25m	1:20am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:45am	Manchester Airport	50m	1:35am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	CheapestFastest
Bus	11:55pm	Coach Station	1h 25m	1:20am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	No tags
Bus	8:55am	Manchester Airport	55m	9:50am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	No tags
Bus	11:55pm	Coach Station	1h 25m	1:20am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	No tags
Bus	7:10am	Shudehill	1h 20m	8:30am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:55am	Manchester Airport	55m	9:50am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	Cheapest
Bus	12:45am	Manchester Airport	50m	1:35am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	Fastest
Bus	11:55pm	Coach Station	1h 25m	1:20am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	No tags
Bus	7:10am	Shudehill	1h 20m	8:30am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	No tags
Bus	11:55pm	Coach Station	1h 25m	1:20am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:55am	Manchester Airport	55m	9:50am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	Cheapest
Bus	12:45am	Manchester Airport	50m	1:35am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	Fastest
Bus	11:55pm	Coach Station	1h 25m	1:20am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	No tags
Bus	7:10am	Shudehill	1h 20m	8:30am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	No tags
Bus	11:55pm	Coach Station	1h 25m	1:20am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:55am	Manchester Airport	55m	9:50am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	Cheapest
Bus	12:45am	Manchester Airport	50m	1:35am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	Fastest
Bus	11:55pm	Coach Station	1h 25m	1:20am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	No tags
Bus	7:10am	Shudehill	1h 20m	8:30am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	No tags
Bus	11:55pm	Coach Station	1h 25m	1:20am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:55am	Manchester Airport	55m	9:50am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	Cheapest
Bus	12:45am	Manchester Airport	50m	1:35am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	Fastest
Bus	12:20am	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	1h	1:20am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	No tags
Bus	7:10am	Shudehill	1h 20m	8:30am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	No tags
Bus	12:20am	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	1h	1:20am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:55am	Manchester Airport	55m	9:50am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	Cheapest
Bus	12:45am	Manchester Airport	50m	1:35am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	Fastest
Bus	11:55pm	Coach Station	1h 25m	1:20am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	No tags
Bus	7:10am	Shudehill	1h 20m	8:30am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	No tags
Bus	11:55pm	Coach Station	1h 25m	1:20am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	No tags

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

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Stoke-on-Trent. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just $7, 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$9 - $23	Average Duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$5 - $73	Average Duration40m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$7 - $10	Average Duration1h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

3.5/511,374 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

National Express

4/529,718 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29718 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers 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 $15

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.

October 1, 2023

Very good service.

Evi V.

June 4, 2018

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

Stops in Manchester

A - Shudehill

B - Coach Station

C - Manchester Airport

D - 56 Great Bridgewater St

E - City of Manchester Stadium

F - Manchester Coach Station

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 traveling from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent by bus

How far is Manchester from Stoke-on-Trent?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Manchester to 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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$7

11/18

$7

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$7

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$6

11/21

$7

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$7

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$7

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$7

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent was searched and found on Nov 20, 2025 with a price of $6

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 $6 to $20 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 $6 which is on 2025-11-20.

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.