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Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent Coach Timetable
Coach from Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent: Journey Information
There are 4 intercity coaches per day from Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent. Traveling by coach from Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent usually takes around 3 hours and 35 minutes, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in 2 hours and 20 minutes.
| Distance | 44 mi (70 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 20m |
| Cheapest price | £10.46 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Coach lines | 1 |

What coach companies travel from Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 4 | 3h 36m | £16.31 |
Book National Express from Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent from £10. There are 4 National Express schedules from Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to Stoke-on-Trent. In Liverpool, National Express departs to Stoke-on-Trent from ONE Coach Station and 2 other stations. In Stoke-on-Trent, National Express arrives at Hanley Bus Station and no other station.
An average trip on National Express from Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent takes 3 hours and 36 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to Stoke-on-Trent in 2 hours and 20 minutes .
On weekends, National Express offers 4 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Stoke-on-Trent.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent
The coach takes an average of 3 hours and 35 minutes to cover the 44 miles from Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent. However, the fastest coach only takes 2 hours and 20 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Friday is the busiest travel day for coaches as people head from Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
The first coach leaves at 06:00 and the last coach leaves at 21:00. To see the times for all coaches from Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 4 scheduled coaches that travel from Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. However, only one of these is a direct coach. With direct service, you do not have to transfer onto a different coach at any point during your trip. Direct coaches also tend to be significantly faster, which is worth bearing in mind as you compare the available options.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Liverpool to Stoke-on-Trent; ticket prices start at £6.52.
City Information
Liverpool

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Although Liverpool is only England's 10th largest city, its fame ballooned as the birthplace of the world's biggest rock band: The Beatles. Visiting Liverpool would not be complete without a trip to the iconic Beatles Statue, located near the port, followed by a visit to The Beatles Story museum, where visitors can immerse themselves in the band's rise to fame.
To explore some of Liverpool's older history, the Merseyside Maritime Museum provides fascinating exhibits on the city's great port-town past, including exhibitions on the Titanic as well as the Battle of the Atlantic. Football fanatics should check out the world-famous Anfield Stadium, where regular tours help visitors revel in the history and glory of this iconic football club.
Traveling to Liverpool is easy thanks to several rail providers, which facilitate travel around the Liverpool City Region and beyond. Liverpool also has two significant bus terminals for access via coach and an international airport for those traveling from further afield.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Liverpool?
Main departure station: ONE Coach Station
Coaches to Stoke-on-Trent leave from 3 stations in Liverpool.
All coach stations in Liverpool:
ONE Coach Station
University of Liverpool
Liverpool Botanic Park
Where does the coach arrive in Stoke-on-Trent?
Main arrival station: Hanley Bus Station
All coaches from Liverpool arrive at one main station in Stoke-on-Trent.
Coach stations in Stoke-on-Trent:
Hanley Bus Station
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