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Trip Summary
There are usually 24 daily train trips available from Stoke-on-Trent to London. Traveling by train from Stoke-on-Trent to London usually takes one hour and 59 minutes, but the fastest Avanti West Coast train can make the trip in one hour and 28 minutes.
| Distance | 135 mi (217 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 28m |
| Lowest price | $10.61 |
| Trains per day | 6 |
| Most frequent service | East Midlands Trains + Connections |
| Train lines | 5 |
Which train should you take from Stoke-on-Trent to London?
There are 5 train lines with service from Stoke-on-Trent to London. East Midlands Trains + Connections is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 13 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avanti West Coast | 6 | 1h 30m | $119.92 |
| CrossCountry + Connections | 1 | 2h 2m | $96.59 |
| East Midlands Trains | 3 | 2h 40m | $83.15 |
| East Midlands Trains + Connections | 13 | 2h 1m | $114.72 |
| West Midlands Railway | 1 | 2h 26m | $10.61 |
Avanti West Coast is one of the primary rail links between London and Birmingham, Liverpool, Manchester, Glasgow, and Edinburgh. On any given day, Avanti West Coast operates almost 300 routes and departs hourly from select destinations.
CrossCountry + Connections train tickets from Stoke-on-Trent to London start from $97, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 CrossCountry + Connections schedules to London. CrossCountry + Connections in Stoke-on-Trent leaves from Stoke on Trent Railway Station . And in London trains arrive at London Euston .
From Stoke-on-Trent to London train travel on CrossCountry + Connections takes 2 hours and 2 minutes. If you are looking to get to London faster, CrossCountry + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 28 minutes.
East Midlands Trains train tickets from Stoke-on-Trent to London start from $41, and on average cost . Daily there are 3 East Midlands Trains schedules to London. East Midlands Trains in Stoke-on-Trent leaves from Longton . And in London trains arrive at St Pancras Intl .
From Stoke-on-Trent to London train travel on East Midlands Trains takes 2 hours and 40 minutes. If you are looking to get to London faster, East Midlands Trains offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 28 minutes.
East Midlands Trains + Connections train tickets from Stoke-on-Trent to London start from $50, and on average cost . Daily there are 13 East Midlands Trains + Connections schedules to London. East Midlands Trains + Connections in Stoke-on-Trent leaves from Longport and one other station. And in London trains arrive at London Euston .
From Stoke-on-Trent to London train travel on East Midlands Trains + Connections takes 2 hours and 1 minutes. If you are looking to get to London faster, East Midlands Trains + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 28 minutes.
West Midlands Railway train tickets from Stoke-on-Trent to London start from $11, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 West Midlands Railway schedules to London. West Midlands Railway in Stoke-on-Trent leaves from Stoke on Trent Railway Station . And in London trains arrive at London Euston .
From Stoke-on-Trent to London train travel on West Midlands Railway takes 2 hours and 26 minutes. If you are looking to get to London faster, West Midlands Railway offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 28 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Stoke-on-Trent to London tend to have the most passengers on Thursday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Thursday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Thursday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Stoke-on-Trent at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 24 scheduled trains on most days. 6 of these are direct connections to London. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from London to Stoke-on-Trent.
City Information
London
One of the most important cities in the world, London is where the traditional blends seamlessly with the modern. As a vibrant modern city, London has something for everyone. For visitors interested in the Royal Family as well as their history, check out Buckingham Palace. The palace is open all days in summer, but only on selected days in winter. The Tower of London, where the crown jewels are put on exhibition, is also a great spot to check out. For fans of history, you might not want to miss out on the famous British Museum, considered by many to be the best museum in all of London. The museum currently carries an impressive collection of 8 million historic objects from all around the world, making it an eye-opening destination for many.
London’s food scene reflects its multiculturalism. Here you can find restaurants serving cuisines from various countries around the world, from India to Malaysia. If you opt for a lavish dining experience, Restaurant Gordon Ramsay, run by the famous chef himself, will be a great choice. Also don’t forget to stop by at a local pub and enjoy the beer like a true Londoner.
The city’s centers of intercity rail services are King’s Cross Station and Euston Station, from which you can take a train to other places in the UK or hop on the Eurostar train to Paris and beyond. The largest coach station in the city is Victoria Coach Station, serving big local carriers like National Express. The city’s air services are fulfilled by eight airports, of which London Heathrow Airport, located west of the city, is the busiest one.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Stoke-on-Trent?
Main departure station: Longton Station
Stoke-on-Trent has 3 stations where passengers can board the train to London.
All train stations in Stoke-on-Trent:
Longton Station
Stoke on Trent Railway Station
Longport
Where is the train station in London?
Main arrival station: London Euston
London receives travelers from Stoke-on-Trent at its two active train stations.
All train stations in London:
London Euston
St. Pancras Bus
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