What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent is to bus which costs £17 - £28 and takes 4h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Stoke-on-Trent?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent. However, there are services departing from Cardiff - North Road and arriving at Stoke-on-Trent via Birmingham - Jennens Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Stoke-on-Trent?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Stoke-on-Trent via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent?

The distance between Cardiff and Stoke-on-Trent is 154 miles. The road distance is 146.5 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent without a car is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £50 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent?

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent bus from?

Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff - North Road station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent train from?

Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £50 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £28 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent bus arrive?

Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Jennens Road station.

Where does the Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent train arrive?

Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent?

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Where can I stay near Stoke-on-Trent?

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Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 13m
£50–85
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff - North Road to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk084 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Stoke-on-Trentbus Uk076 / ...
4h 50m
£17–27
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Wolverhampton Bus Stationbus Cp4
2. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Stoke-on-Trenttrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 34m
£27–56
Drive 145.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trentcar 145.7 mi
2h 32m
£37–53
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Parkwaytrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Stoke-on-Trenttrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 46m
£66–110

Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent by train

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Distance: 152.8 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Stoke-on-Trent, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Crewe hourly. Tickets cost £45–75 and the journey takes 2h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardiff - North Road to Stoke-on-Trent via Birmingham - Jennens Road in around 4h 50m.

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