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

About 33 miles (54 km) separate Stoke-on-Trent and Manchester.

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

If you're headed to Manchester from Stoke-on-Trent, chances are that your bus will leave from Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B) and arrive at Coach Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Manchester?

Once in Manchester, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are City Centre Cruises, Coronation Street The Tour, The Crystal Maze Live Experience, East Lancashire Railway and Manchester United Musuem and Tour Centre.

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

Next bus departures

Next departures for Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:45pm	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	50m	9:35pm	Manchester Airport	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:25pm	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	1h 15m	1:40pm	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	8:45pm	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	1h 35m	10:20pm	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	10:35pm	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	1h 5m	11:40pm	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	8:45pm	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	1h 15m	10:00pm	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	No tags

Next departures for Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:35am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	50m	5:25am	Manchester Airport	Cheapest
Bus	4:55am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	50m	5:45am	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	Fastest
Bus	4:55am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	1h 10m	6:05am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	8:45pm	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	50m	9:35pm	Manchester Airport	No tags
Bus	4:55am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	1h 10m	6:05am	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:45pm	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	50m	9:35pm	Manchester Airport	Cheapest
Bus	4:55am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	50m	5:45am	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	Fastest
Bus	4:55am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	1h 10m	6:05am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	4:35am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	50m	5:25am	Manchester Airport	No tags
Bus	4:55am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	1h 10m	6:05am	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:35am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	50m	5:25am	Manchester Airport	Cheapest
Bus	4:55am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	50m	5:45am	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	Fastest
Bus	4:55am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	1h 10m	6:05am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	8:45pm	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	50m	9:35pm	Manchester Airport	No tags
Bus	4:55am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	1h 10m	6:05am	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:45pm	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	50m	9:35pm	Manchester Airport	Cheapest
Bus	4:55am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	50m	5:45am	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	Fastest
Bus	4:55am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	1h 10m	6:05am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	4:35am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	50m	5:25am	Manchester Airport	No tags
Bus	4:55am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	1h 10m	6:05am	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:35am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	50m	5:25am	Manchester Airport	Cheapest
Bus	4:55am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	50m	5:45am	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	Fastest
Bus	4:55am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	1h 10m	6:05am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	8:45pm	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	50m	9:35pm	Manchester Airport	No tags
Bus	4:55am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	1h 10m	6:05am	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:35am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	50m	5:25am	Manchester Airport	Cheapest
Bus	4:55am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	50m	5:45am	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	Fastest
Bus	4:55am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	1h 10m	6:05am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	8:45pm	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	50m	9:35pm	Manchester Airport	No tags
Bus	4:55am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	1h 10m	6:05am	Coach Station	No tags

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

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Manchester. 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$9 - $20	Average Duration1h 15m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$5 - $75	Average Duration46m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$5 - $8	Average Duration1h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,371 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

4/529,717 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29717 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 Stoke-on-Trent Manchester recent customer reviews

It was a very good service. At the beginning it was a bit confusing because there were some people who didn’t have bags to store who got on the bus without knowing that they needed to have their ticket checked, but the woman later spoke to them and explained this. I feel as though in the future, this should be explained beforehand.

Alys W.

January 19, 2020

Bus was on time and comfortable. Coach park in Manchester was only a couple of minutes walk from the centre. A very comfortable and affordable way to travel.

Jill S.

December 16, 2018

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

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

Stops in Manchester

A - Coach Station

B - Shudehill

C - Manchester Airport

D - 56 Great Bridgewater St

E - City of Manchester Stadium

F - Manchester Coach Station

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

What is the distance between Stoke-on-Trent and Manchester?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester?
What are the best sights and things to do in Manchester?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/17

$6

11/18

$6

Today

$6

11/20

$6

11/21

$7

11/22

$7

11/23

$7

11/24

$7

The cheapest trip from Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester was searched and found on Nov 19, 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 Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $6 to $17 for a bus ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester 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.