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Journey Information
There are 4 intercity coaches per day from Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester. Traveling by coach from Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester usually takes around one hour and 43 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus coach can make the trip in just one hour and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 33 mi (53 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 10m |
| Cheapest price | €1.98 |
| Trips per day | 4 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Coach lines | 2 |
How much is a coach ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester?
€4.07 is the average price of a bus ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester. This is currently one of the best deals in bus travel. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
Monthly average prices
What coach companies travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, FlixBus usually offers more choice, with 4 scheduled trips per day.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 4 | 1h 43m | €4.61 |
| National Express | 1 | 1h 13m | €11.71 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 4 trips from Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester, and usually makes the trip in about 1 hours and 43 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of one hour and 43 minutes to cover the 33 miles from Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester. However, the fastest coach only takes an hour and 10 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short coach trip. 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.
Because many passengers travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for coaches. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.
The first coach leaves at 04:00 and the last coach leaves at 19:00. To see the times for all coaches from Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 4 scheduled coaches that travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester; ticket prices start at €24.28.
City Information
Manchester
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Most recognizable for its world-famous football team, Manchester is a modern, vibrant city with a diverse range of attractions that will appeal to explorers of all kinds. Often referred to as "The Capital of the North," Manchester is also known for being the birthplace of the industrial revolution. Visitors can relive this booming era by taking a trip to the Science and Industry Museum to see how this previously small town changed the world's ideas of industry and manufacturing forever. These days, Manchester is famous for its music and art scene, with it being the birthplace of bands like The Smiths and Oasis.
Art and music-lovers may want to visit Afflecks, a vast and eclectic emporium of all things indie and grunge, to purchase records, artwork, and memorabilia, among many other things. Manchester is also home to 15 parks and gardens, with Fletcher Moss Park and Botanical Gardens among the most popular. This park provides a beautiful setting for picnics and scenic walks, perfect for when you need an escape from the bustling city.
And if you really are only here for Man U, both Old Trafford and Etihad Stadium are stops on our itinerary to visit every premier league stadium in England.
With three large train stations—Piccadilly, Oxford Road, and Victoria—Manchester is easily accessible via rail. National Express and Megabus coaches also allow access from all over the country. In addition, Manchester Airport houses three large terminals, which provide global entry to the city.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Stoke-on-Trent?
Main departure station: Hanley Bus Station
Stoke-on-Trent has two coach stations with service to Manchester.
All coach stations in Stoke-on-Trent:
Hanley Bus Station
STOKE-ON-TRENT (Hanley)
Where does the coach arrive in Manchester?
Main arrival station: Shudehill Interchange (Stand G)
These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Manchester.
Coach stations in Manchester:
Shudehill Interchange (Stand G)
Manchester Coach Station
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