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

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent is to bus which costs £4 - £8 and takes 1h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £8 - £13.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Manchester and arriving at Stoke-on-Trent. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Stoke-on-Trent is 39 miles. The road distance is 37.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent without a car is to line 147 bus and train which takes 1h and costs £14 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h to get from Greater Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent, including transfers.

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

Greater Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester station.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent bus arrive?

Greater Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Stoke-on-Trent station.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent is 37 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Greater Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent.

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

Book your Greater Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Stoke-on-Trent?

There are 1202+ hotels available in Stoke-on-Trent.

Greater Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent - 4 ways to travel via train

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

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Line 147 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from St Mary's to Manchester Piccadilly Rail Stationbus 147
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Stoke-on-Trenttrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
1h
£15–31
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trentbus Ukn23
1h 15m
£4–8
Drive 36.9 mi
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Stoke-on-Trentcar 36.9 mi
57 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Greater Manchester to Stoke-on-Trenttaxi 36.9 mi
57 min
£85–110

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Distance: 39.2 mi
Duration: 1h

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent twice daily. Tickets cost £4–8 and the journey takes 1h 15m.

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