How to travel from Birmingham to Stoke on Trent, United Kingdom

The distance between Birmingham and Stoke on Trent is around 71km (44 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 46min.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Birmingham to Stoke on Trent by train, bus, taxi and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Train

Take the train to Stoke-on-Trent.

  • Duration46min
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    £34($40)
Operated byCrossCountry+ 2 others
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bus
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Bus

Take the bus to Newcastle Town Centre Bus Station.

  • Duration1hr
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    £11($13)
Operated byMegabus UK+ 2 others
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taxi
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Taxi

Take a taxi to Stoke-on-Trent.

  • Duration48min
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    £110($130)
Operated by

TOA Taxis

+ 4 others
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Drive

Drive to Stoke-on-Trent.

  • Duration48min
  • Distance73km (45 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Birmingham and Stoke on Trent

There are several options for getting from Birmingham to Stoke on Trent by train, bus, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around £11 ($13) and will take around 1hr. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and arrive in approximately 46min, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £34 ($40).

The distance between Birmingham and Stoke on Trent is around 71km (44 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 63km (39 miles)

It takes around 46min to get from Birmingham and Stoke on Trent by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 48min to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Birmingham to Stoke on Trent is to take the train which takes around 46min and will set you back approx £34 ($40).

The cheapest way to travel between Birmingham and Stoke on Trent, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around £11 ($13) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Birmingham and Stoke on Trent. It typically takes around 46min and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Birmingham and Stoke on Trent with no changeovers required. The train runs hourly and takes 46min.

CrossCountry, London Midland and Avanti West Coast run train services between Birmingham and Stoke on Trent. Trains depart hourly and will take around 46min, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Birmingham and Stoke on Trent. It typically takes around 1hr and departs twice daily.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Birmingham and Stoke on Trent with no changeovers required. The bus runs twice daily and takes 1hr.

Megabus UK run regular bus services between Birmingham and Stoke on Trent. Buses run twice daily and take around 1hr on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Birmingham to Stoke on Trent. We recommend that you take the train to Stoke-on-Trent. instead which will take 46min.

The closest major airport to Stoke on Trent is Manchester Airport (MAN) (MAN) which is approximately 39km (24 miles) from Stoke on Trent. Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL) (LPL) and East Midlands Airport (EMA) (EMA) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Birmingham and Stoke on Trent. The distance is around 73km (45 miles) by road and it will take around 48min in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Birmingham to Stoke on Trent is to take the train which takes, on average, 46min and will usually cost around £34 ($40).

How do I get from Birmingham to Stoke on Trent

Compare travel optionsbetween Birmingham and Stoke on Trent

Transport options from Birmingham to Stoke on Trent
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
46min
£34($40)
hourly71km (44 miles)
Bus
1hr
£11($13)
every 4 hours72km (45 miles)
Taxi
48min
£110($130)
on demand73km (45 miles)
Drive
48min
£13($15)
on demand73km (45 miles)

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Airports near Stoke on Trent

The following major airports near Stoke on Trent offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.

MAN
Manchester Airport (MAN)
International Airport
Distance
39km (24 miles) from Stoke on Trent
LPL
Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL)
International Airport
Distance
57km (36 miles) from Stoke on Trent
EMA
East Midlands Airport (EMA)
International Airport
Distance
61km (38 miles) from Stoke on Trent