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

The cheapest way to get from Darlington to Stoke-on-Trent is to bus which costs £24 - £65 and takes 4h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darlington to Stoke-on-Trent is to train via Manchester which takes 2h 36m and costs £50 - £100.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Darlington to Stoke-on-Trent. However, there are services departing from Dolphin Centre and arriving at Stoke-on-Trent via Manchester Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Darlington to Stoke-on-Trent. However, there are services departing from Darlington and arriving at Stoke-on-Trent via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

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

The distance between Darlington and Stoke-on-Trent is 149 miles. The road distance is 137.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Darlington to Stoke-on-Trent without a car is to train via Manchester which takes 2h 36m and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Darlington to Stoke-on-Trent, including transfers.

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

Darlington to Stoke-on-Trent bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Dolphin Centre station.

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

Darlington to Stoke-on-Trent train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Darlington station.

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

The best way to get from Darlington to Stoke-on-Trent is to train via Manchester which takes 2h 36m and costs £50 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £65 and takes 4h 55m.

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

Darlington to Stoke-on-Trent bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Airport The Station.

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

Darlington to Stoke-on-Trent train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Darlington to Stoke-on-Trent is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Darlington to Stoke-on-Trent.

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

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Darlington to Stoke-on-Trent - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Darlington to Stoke-on-Trent by train, bus, or car

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Train via Manchester
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Manchester Piccadillytrain Newcastle - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Stoke-on-Trenttrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2h 36m
£53–96
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to Manchester Airport The Stationbus 177
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport to Stoke-on-Trentbus Uk980 / ...
4h 55m
£24–63
Drive 136.9 mi
1. Drive from Darlington to Stoke-on-Trentcar 136.9 mi
2h 57m
£34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Darlington to Derbytrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Derby to Stoke-on-Trenttrain Lincoln Central - Crewe / ...
3h 22m
£90–126

Darlington to Stoke-on-Trent by train

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Distance: 148.2 mi
Duration: 2h 36m

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

You can take a train from Darlington to Stoke-on-Trent via Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dolphin Centre to Stoke-on-Trent via Manchester Airport in around 4h 55m.

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