The average train between Kent and Stoke-on-Trent takes 3h 17m and the fastest train takes 2h 49m. There is a train service every few hours from Kent to Stoke-on-Trent. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Kent and Stoke-on-Trent. The earliest departure is at 12:47 AM at night, and the last departure from Kent is at 10:53 PM which arrives into Stoke-on-Trent at 10:20 AM. All services require a transfer at Ashford International and take an average of 3h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Kent to Stoke-on-Trent? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Kent to Stoke-on-Trent. However, there are services departing from Kent station and arriving at Stoke-on-Trent station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.
Kent to Stoke-on-Trent train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.
Kent to Stoke-on-Trent train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Stoke-on-Trent station.
Book your Kent to Stoke-on-Trent train tickets online with Southeastern and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Kent and Stoke-on-Trent is 277.9 km. The road distance is 341 km.
You can take a train from Lenham to Stoke-on-Trent via Ashford International, London St Pancras Intl, and London Euston in around 3h 17m.