Bus tickets Sunderland to Stoke-on-Trent from £12

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Compare all timetables for the bus from Sunderland to Stoke-on-Trent

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Sunderland to Stoke-on-Trent from various bus operators like FlixBus or National Express for the next days.

today
£14
tomorrow
£24
Saturday
£16
Sunday
£26
Monday
£22
Tuesday
£12
Wednesday
£23

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 7h 55m 10:55 Sunderland Interchange 18:50 Stoke-on-Trent Hanley Coach Station  Economy £14
FlixBus 8h 10m 14:45 Sunderland Interchange 22:55 Stoke-on-Trent Hanley Coach Station  Economy £14
FlixBus 6h 20m 18:05 Sunderland Interchange 00:25 Stoke-on-Trent Hanley Coach Station  Economy £14
National Express 7h 15m 18:05 Sunderland Interchange 01:20 Stoke-on-Trent Hanley Coach Station  Economy £24
National Express 9h 30m 12:20 Sunderland Interchange 21:50 Stoke-on-Trent Hanley Coach Station  Economy £30
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sunderland to Stoke-on-Trent via Manchester Airport, you can save more than £4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 40m
      0
      14:15
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      18:25
      Manchester Airport
      Airport Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 3h 45m
    • FlixBus
      0h 45m
      0
      22:10
      Manchester Airport
      Airport Coach Station
      22:55
      Stoke-on-Trent
      Hanley Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
    Travel time is 2h 20m longer, but you will save £4

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 15m 18:05 Sunderland Interchange 01:20 Stoke-on-Trent Hanley Coach Station  Economy £24
National Express 9h 30m 12:20 Sunderland Interchange 21:50 Stoke-on-Trent Hanley Coach Station  Economy £32
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sunderland to Stoke-on-Trent via Manchester Airport, you can save more than £14? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 40m
      0
      14:15
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      18:25
      Manchester Airport
      Airport Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 3h 45m
    • FlixBus
      0h 45m
      0
      22:10
      Manchester Airport
      Airport Coach Station
      22:55
      Stoke-on-Trent
      Hanley Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
    Travel time is 1h 25m longer, but you will save £14

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 6h 20m 18:05 Sunderland Interchange 00:25 Stoke-on-Trent Hanley Coach Station  Economy £16
FlixBus 8h 10m 14:45 Sunderland Interchange 22:55 Stoke-on-Trent Hanley Coach Station  Economy £17
FlixBus 7h 55m 10:55 Sunderland Interchange 18:50 Stoke-on-Trent Hanley Coach Station  Economy £18
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sunderland to Stoke-on-Trent via Manchester Airport, you can save more than £7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 40m
      0
      14:15
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      18:25
      Manchester Airport
      Airport Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 3h 45m
    • FlixBus
      0h 45m
      0
      22:10
      Manchester Airport
      Airport Coach Station
      22:55
      Stoke-on-Trent
      Hanley Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is 2h 20m longer, but you will save £7

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 15m 18:05 Sunderland Interchange 01:20 Stoke-on-Trent Hanley Coach Station  Economy £26
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sunderland to Stoke-on-Trent via Manchester Airport, you can save more than £17? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 40m
      0
      14:15
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      18:25
      Manchester Airport
      Airport Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 3h 45m
    • FlixBus
      0h 45m
      0
      22:10
      Manchester Airport
      Airport Coach Station
      22:55
      Stoke-on-Trent
      Hanley Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is 1h 25m longer, but you will save £17

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 15m 18:05 Sunderland Interchange 01:20 Stoke-on-Trent Hanley Coach Station  Economy £22
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sunderland to Stoke-on-Trent via Manchester Airport, you can save more than £13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 40m
      0
      14:15
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      18:25
      Manchester Airport
      Airport Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 3h 45m
    • FlixBus
      0h 45m
      0
      22:10
      Manchester Airport
      Airport Coach Station
      22:55
      Stoke-on-Trent
      Hanley Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is 1h 25m longer, but you will save £13

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 7h 55m 10:55 Sunderland Interchange 18:50 Stoke-on-Trent Hanley Coach Station  Economy £12
FlixBus 8h 10m 14:45 Sunderland Interchange 22:55 Stoke-on-Trent Hanley Coach Station  Economy £12
FlixBus 6h 20m 18:05 Sunderland Interchange 00:25 Stoke-on-Trent Hanley Coach Station  Economy £12
National Express 7h 15m 18:05 Sunderland Interchange 01:20 Stoke-on-Trent Hanley Coach Station  Economy £23
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sunderland to Stoke-on-Trent via Manchester Airport, you can save more than £3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 40m
      0
      14:15
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      18:25
      Manchester Airport
      Airport Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 3h 45m
    • FlixBus
      0h 45m
      0
      22:10
      Manchester Airport
      Airport Coach Station
      22:55
      Stoke-on-Trent
      Hanley Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is 2h 20m longer, but you will save £3

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 15m 18:05 Sunderland Interchange 01:20 Stoke-on-Trent Hanley Coach Station  Economy £23
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sunderland to Stoke-on-Trent via Manchester Airport, you can save more than £14? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 40m
      0
      14:15
      Sunderland
      Interchange
      18:25
      Manchester Airport
      Airport Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
      • Waiting Time 3h 45m
    • FlixBus
      0h 45m
      0
      22:10
      Manchester Airport
      Airport Coach Station
      22:55
      Stoke-on-Trent
      Hanley Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is 1h 25m longer, but you will save £14

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Sunderland to Stoke-on-Trent is £12 on 21/04/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Sunderland and Stoke-on-Trent

See here how frequent the connections between Sunderland and Stoke-on-Trent are, during different times and days of the week.
Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 5 daily coaches from Sunderland to Stoke-on-Trent. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Sunderland and Stoke-on-Trent.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 9 coaches from Sunderland to Stoke-on-Trent, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Sunderland and Stoke-on-Trent, with 3 offers.

Facts about coaches from Sunderland to Stoke-on-Trent

Compare all providers like FlixBus and National Express that travel 2 times every day by bus from Sunderland to Stoke-on-Trent in one click! Book your bus ticket from Sunderland to Stoke-on-Trent starting from £12!

Cheapest Bus £12
Fastest Bus 6h 20m
Earliest Coach 10:55
Latest Coach 18:05
Daily Bus Connections 2 Ø
Distance 218.0 km
Coach Companies FlixBus and National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Sunderland to Stoke-on-Trent

Every day, 2 buses from 2 coach companies leave Sunderland for Stoke-on-Trent: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 16/04/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 13/04
Tuesday 14/04
Wednesday 15/04
Thursday 16/04
£14
Friday 17/04
£24
Saturday 18/04
£16
Sunday 19/04
£26
Monday 20/04
£22
Tuesday 21/04
£23
Wednesday 22/04
£23
Thursday 23/04
£23
Friday 24/04
£23
Saturday 25/04
£14
Sunday 26/04
£24
Monday 27/04
£12
Tuesday 28/04
£23
Wednesday 29/04
£23
Thursday 30/04
£23
Friday 01/05
£24
Saturday 02/05
£23
Sunday 03/05
£24
Monday 04/05
£23
Tuesday 05/05
Wednesday 06/05
Thursday 07/05
Friday 08/05
£24
Saturday 09/05
£23
Sunday 10/05

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

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Sunderland to Stoke-on-Trent, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £11, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Sunderland to Stoke-on-Trent. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £24.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Sunderland to Stoke-on-Trent, with £12. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £12.

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

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Sunderland 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 bus from Sunderland 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 Sunderland to Stoke-on-Trent are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Sunderland to Stoke-on-Trent

These are the most booked bus companies between Sunderland to Stoke-on-Trent from our users.

FlixBus from Sunderland to Stoke-on-Trent

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Sunderland to Stoke-on-Trent:

Cheapest Price £12
Fastest Coach 6h 20m
Earliest Coach 10:55
Last Coach 18:05
Daily Connections 3 Ø
Found on 21/03/2026

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

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Sunderland and Stoke-on-Trent.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Sunderland to Stoke-on-Trent

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Sunderland to Stoke-on-Trent? Or which bus companies serve the route Sunderland to Stoke-on-Trent? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Sunderland to Stoke-on-Trent bus

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

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Sunderland - Stoke-on-Trent bus trip is available from £12 and takes 7h 55m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Sunderland to Stoke-on-Trent is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £12 to £32. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

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

Each day, the bus route from Sunderland 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 Sunderland take?

The quickest coach from Sunderland to Stoke-on-Trent is provided by FlixBus and takes 6h 20m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £14. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus to Stoke-on-Trent departs from Sunderland at 10:55. 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 Sunderland to Stoke-on-Trent?

The latest bus to Stoke-on-Trent departs from Sunderland at 18:05. 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 Sunderland - Stoke-on-Trent route?

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

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

You can check all the direct connections between Sunderland 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: FlixBus and National Express.

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

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Sunderland 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 Sunderland 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 Sunderland to Stoke-on-Trent on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Sunderland 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 Sunderland 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 Sunderland to Stoke-on-Trent?

Prices and availability for 2 trips between Sunderland 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 Sunderland to Stoke-on-Trent

Economy
Economy

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

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