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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cardiff to Stoke-On-Trent

Composite routes from Cardiff to Stoke-On-Trent

Cheapest
2 h 35 min
Car
237 km.
from $13
Other
2 h 50 min
Bus
261 km.
from €130
Details

Transport providers

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Birmingham New Street to Stoke-on-Trent
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.05–$107.59

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Cardiff to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$30.38–$43.04
Bus from Digbeth to Stoke-on-Trent
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$21.52–$31.64

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
2h 2m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$75.95–$202.52
Train from Birmingham New Street to Stoke-on-Trent
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$43.04–$88.60

Transport for Wales

Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Cardiff Central to Crewe
Ave. Duration:
2h 34m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$69.62–$107.59

Bus operators

Megabus UK

Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Kingsway GD to Navigation
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$18.99–$27.85

Questions and Answers

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 $44.57 - $65.22 and takes 5h 21m.

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 28m and costs $46.74 - $70.65 .

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 and arriving at Stoke-on-Trent via Digbeth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

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 Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

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

The distance between Cardiff and Stoke-on-Trent is 244 km. The road distance is 234.8 km.

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 via Birmingham which takes 3h 12m and costs $86.96 - $271.74 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 12m 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 National Express, depart from Cardiff station.

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

Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent is to train via Birmingham which takes 3h 12m and costs $86.96 - $271.74 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $44.57 - $65.22 and takes 5h 21m. There are no good options to train between Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent.

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

Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham station.

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

Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent is 235 km. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent.

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

Book your Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Stoke-on-Trent?

There are 895+ hotels available in Stoke-on-Trent. Prices start at $58.28 per night.
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