Coach Leicester to Stoke-on-Trent from £9

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

Check the bus schedule for Leicester 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

tomorrow

£19

Wednesday

Thursday

£19

Friday

£16

Saturday

£9

Sunday

£19

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	3h 45m	18:05	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	21:50	Stoke-on-Trent	Hanley Coach Station		Economy	£19	A Bus from National Express goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 03/02/2026 18:05:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 03/02/2026 21:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
	National Express	5h 10m	23:45	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	04:55	Stoke-on-Trent	Hanley Coach Station		Economy	£20	A Bus from National Express goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 03/02/2026 23:45:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 04/02/2026 04:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	3h 45m	18:05	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	21:50	Stoke-on-Trent	Hanley Coach Station		Economy	£19	A Bus from National Express goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 05/02/2026 18:05:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/02/2026 21:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
	National Express	5h 10m	23:45	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	04:55	Stoke-on-Trent	Hanley Coach Station		Economy	£20	A Bus from National Express goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 05/02/2026 23:45:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/02/2026 04:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	3h 45m	18:05	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	21:50	Stoke-on-Trent	Hanley Coach Station		Economy	£16	A Bus from National Express goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 06/02/2026 18:05:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/02/2026 21:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
	National Express	5h 10m	23:45	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	04:55	Stoke-on-Trent	Hanley Coach Station		Economy	£19	A Bus from National Express goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 06/02/2026 23:45:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/02/2026 04:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	5h 15m	12:05	Leicester	Fosse Park	17:20	Stoke-on-Trent	Hanley Coach Station	Economy	£9	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Fosse Park, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 07/02/2026 12:05:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/02/2026 17:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £9 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 15m
FlixBus	4h 5m	16:30	Leicester	Fosse Park	20:35	Stoke-on-Trent	Hanley Coach Station	Economy	£9	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Fosse Park, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 07/02/2026 16:30:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/02/2026 20:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £9 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 5m
National Express	3h 40m	17:55	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	21:35	Stoke-on-Trent	Hanley Coach Station	Economy	£18	A Bus from National Express goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 07/02/2026 17:55:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/02/2026 21:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m
National Express	5h 10m	23:45	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	04:55	Stoke-on-Trent	Hanley Coach Station	Economy	£18	A Bus from National Express goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 07/02/2026 23:45:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/02/2026 04:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	3h 40m	17:55	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	21:35	Stoke-on-Trent	Hanley Coach Station		Economy	£19	A Bus from National Express goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 08/02/2026 17:55:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/02/2026 21:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m
	National Express	5h 10m	23:45	Leicester	St. Margaret's Bus Station	04:55	Stoke-on-Trent	Hanley Coach Station		Economy	£20	A Bus from National Express goes from St. Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester (United Kingdom) at 08/02/2026 23:45:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 09/02/2026 04:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Leicester to Stoke-on-Trent is £9 on 07/02/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

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

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Leicester 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 4 daily coaches from Leicester to Stoke-on-Trent. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Leicester and Stoke-on-Trent.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 8 coaches from Leicester to Stoke-on-Trent, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Leicester and Stoke-on-Trent, with 4 offers.

All facts for Leicester 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 Leicester to Stoke-on-Trent in one click. Book your Leicester to Stoke-on-Trent bus ticket starting from £9!

Cheapest Bus	£9
Fastest Bus	3h 40m
Earliest Coach	18:05
Latest Coach	23:45
Daily Bus Connections	2 Ø
Distance	80.8 km
Coach Companies	National Express and FlixBus

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

Every day, 2 buses from 2 coach companies leave Leicester for Stoke-on-Trent. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 02/02/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 02/02

Tuesday 03/02

£19

Wednesday 04/02

Thursday 05/02

£19

Friday 06/02

£16

Saturday 07/02

£9

Sunday 08/02

£19

Monday 09/02

Tuesday 10/02

£19

Wednesday 11/02

Thursday 12/02

Friday 13/02

Saturday 14/02

Sunday 15/02

Monday 16/02

Tuesday 17/02

Wednesday 18/02

Thursday 19/02

Friday 20/02

Saturday 21/02

Sunday 22/02

Monday 23/02

Tuesday 24/02

Wednesday 25/02

Thursday 26/02

Friday 27/02

Saturday 28/02

Sunday 01/03

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

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Leicester to Stoke-on-Trent, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £9, Saturday is the cheapest day for a coach from Leicester to Stoke-on-Trent. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £19.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Leicester to Stoke-on-Trent, with £9. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £16.

How to save money travelling from Leicester 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 Leicester 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 Leicester 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 Leicester 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 Leicester to Stoke-on-Trent?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Leicester to Stoke-on-Trent timetable.

National Express from Leicester to Stoke-on-Trent

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Leicester to Stoke-on-Trent:

Cheapest Price	£16
Fastest Coach	3h 40m
Earliest Coach	18:05
Last Coach	23:45
Daily Connections	2 Ø
Found on	30/01/2026

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 Leicester and Stoke-on-Trent

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

Braunstone

Narborough Road

Fosse Park

Fosse Park Ave

St. Margaret's Bus Station

Gravel St

Charles Street Bus Station

Gravel St 77

Hanley Coach Station

Lichfield St 14

Staffordshire University

College Rd

College Road

Mayne Street

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

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Leicester 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 Leicester to Stoke-on-Trent bus

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

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Leicester Stoke-on-Trent bus trip is available from £9 and takes 5h 15m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £9 to £20. 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 Leicester Stoke-on-Trent route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Leicester 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 Leicester take?

The quickest coach from Leicester to Stoke-on-Trent is provided by National Express and takes 3h 40m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £18. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus to Stoke-on-Trent departs from Leicester at 18:05. 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 Leicester to Stoke-on-Trent?

The latest bus to Stoke-on-Trent departs from Leicester at 23:45. 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 Leicester Stoke-on-Trent route?

Passengers looking to travel from Leicester 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 Leicester and Stoke-on-Trent?

You can check all the direct connections between Leicester 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 Leicester?

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 Leicester 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 Leicester 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 Leicester to Stoke-on-Trent on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Leicester to Stoke-on-Trent?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 2 daily trips between Leicester and Stoke-on-Trent. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Leicester to Stoke-on-Trent?

Prices and availability for 2 trips between Leicester and Stoke-on-Trent change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Economy

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

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

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