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Which bus from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like National Express or FlixBus. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
from £19
tomorrow
from £26
Thursday
Friday
from £28
Saturday
from £28
Sunday
Monday
from £21

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    7h 15m
    0
    14:05
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    21:20
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Hanley Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £19
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent via Birmingham, you can save more than £2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      10h 25m
      0
      09:15
      Cardiff
      Lloyd George Avenue
      14:10
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    • Waiting Time 4h 20m
    • FlixBus
      1h 10m
      0
      18:30
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      19:40
      Stoke-on-Trent
      Hanley Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
    Travel time is 3h 10m longer, but you will save £2

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    7h 40m
    0
    13:40
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    21:20
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Hanley Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • National Express
    10h 50m
    0
    18:05
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    04:55
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Hanley Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £31
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent via Birmingham, you can save more than £9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      10h 25m
      0
      09:15
      Cardiff
      Lloyd George Avenue
      14:10
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    • Waiting Time 4h 20m
    • FlixBus
      1h 10m
      0
      18:30
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      19:40
      Stoke-on-Trent
      Hanley Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
    Travel time is 2h 45m longer, but you will save £9

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    7h 45m
    0
    13:35
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    21:20
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Hanley Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £28
  • National Express
    10h 50m
    0
    18:05
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    04:55
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Hanley Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £33
  • FlixBus
    10h 45m
    0
    17:30
    Cardiff
    Lloyd George Avenue
    04:15
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Hanley Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £40
  • FlixBus
    10h 15m
    0
    06:05
    Cardiff
    Lloyd George Avenue
    16:20
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Hanley Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £58
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent via Birmingham, you can save more than £11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      10h 25m
      0
      09:15
      Cardiff
      Lloyd George Avenue
      14:10
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    • Waiting Time 4h 20m
    • FlixBus
      1h 10m
      0
      18:30
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      19:40
      Stoke-on-Trent
      Hanley Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
    Travel time is 2h 40m longer, but you will save £11

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    8h 15m
    0
    12:50
    Cardiff
    University
    21:05
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Hanley Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £28
  • National Express
    7h 20m
    0
    13:45
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    21:05
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Hanley Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £28
  • FlixBus
    10h 45m
    0
    17:30
    Cardiff
    Lloyd George Avenue
    04:15
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Hanley Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £31
  • National Express
    10h 50m
    0
    18:05
    Cardiff
    Coach Station
    04:55
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Hanley Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £33
  • FlixBus
    9h 40m
    0
    06:05
    Cardiff
    Lloyd George Avenue
    15:45
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Hanley Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £48
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent via Birmingham, you can save more than £11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      10h 25m
      0
      09:15
      Cardiff
      Lloyd George Avenue
      14:10
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    • Waiting Time 4h 20m
    • FlixBus
      1h 10m
      0
      18:30
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      19:40
      Stoke-on-Trent
      Hanley Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
    Travel time is 3h 5m longer, but you will save £11

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    11h 30m
    0
    16:45
    Cardiff
    Bus Interchange
    04:15
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Hanley Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21
  • FlixBus
    9h 50m
    0
    06:05
    Cardiff
    Bus Interchange
    15:55
    Stoke-on-Trent
    Hanley Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent via Birmingham, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      12h 0m
      0
      16:15
      Cardiff
      Bus Interchange
      00:20
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    • Waiting Time 2h 50m
    • FlixBus
      1h 5m
      0
      03:10
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      04:15
      Stoke-on-Trent
      Hanley Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
    Travel time is 2h 10m longer, but you will save £6

What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Cardiff and Stoke-on-Trent?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 5 daily coaches from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Cardiff and Stoke-on-Trent.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 8 coaches from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Cardiff and Stoke-on-Trent, with 3 offers.

All facts for Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express and FlixBus that travel daily 2 times by bus from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent in one click. Book your Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent bus ticket starting from £19!

Cheapest Bus £19
Fastest Bus 7h 15m
Earliest Coach 14:05
Latest Coach 16:45
Daily Bus Connections 2 Ø
Distance 182.3 km
Coach Companies National Express and FlixBus

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent?

Every day, 2 buses from 2 coach companies leave Cardiff for Stoke-on-Trent. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 17/12/2024 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 16/12
Tuesday 17/12
£19
Wednesday 18/12
£26
Thursday 19/12
Friday 20/12
£28
Saturday 21/12
£28
Sunday 22/12
Monday 23/12
£21
Tuesday 24/12
Wednesday 25/12
Thursday 26/12
£23
Friday 27/12
£29
Saturday 28/12
Sunday 29/12
Monday 30/12
Tuesday 31/12
Wednesday 01/01
Thursday 02/01
Friday 03/01
Saturday 04/01
Sunday 05/01
Monday 06/01
Tuesday 07/01
Wednesday 08/01
Thursday 09/01
Friday 10/01
Saturday 11/01
Sunday 12/01

The cheapest time to travel from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £19, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £28.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent, with £19. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £31.

How to save money travelling from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

What are the most popular bus companies from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent timetable.
In total 2 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Cardiff and Stoke-on-Trent

Here is a map with all coach stations in Cardiff and Stoke-on-Trent. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent? Compare all modes of transports from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent bus

How much does a Cardiff Stoke-on-Trent coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Cardiff Stoke-on-Trent bus trip is available from £19 and takes 7h 15m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent?

This connection is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £19 to £58. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Stoke-on-Trent.

How many connections are available for the Cardiff Stoke-on-Trent route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent is offered by roughly 2 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Stoke-on-Trent from Cardiff take?

The quickest coach from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent is provided by National Express and takes 7h 15m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £19. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent?

The earliest bus to Stoke-on-Trent departs from Cardiff at 14:05. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent?

The latest bus to Stoke-on-Trent departs from Cardiff at 16:45. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Cardiff Stoke-on-Trent route?

Passengers looking to travel from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent can travel with National Express and FlixBus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Stoke-on-Trent?

You can check all the direct connections between Cardiff and Stoke-on-Trent by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the bus to Stoke-on-Trent from Cardiff?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Cardiff Stoke-on-Trent bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Cardiff Stoke-on-Trent bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Cardiff and to Stoke-on-Trent

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Cardiff and to Stoke-on-Trent. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you’ll find all the details about your bus route!

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