What is the best way to travel from Chester to Stoke-on-Trent?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Stoke-on-Trent from Chester. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Stoke-on-Trent from Chester?
You can reach Stoke-on-Trent with just £4 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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National Express1h 35m007:30ChesterBus Interchange09:05Stoke-on-TrentHanley Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 06/02/2026 07:30:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/02/2026 09:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 35m
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National Express4h 25m000:30ChesterBus Interchange04:55Stoke-on-TrentHanley Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 06/02/2026 00:30:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/02/2026 04:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
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Avanti West Coast1h 16m008:32ChesterCentral Station09:48Stoke-on-TrentCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Central Station, Chester (United Kingdom) at 06/02/2026 08:32:00 to Central Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/02/2026 09:48:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 16m
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Transport for Wales1h 1m008:56ChesterCentral Station09:57Stoke-on-TrentCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Central Station, Chester (United Kingdom) at 06/02/2026 08:56:00 to Central Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/02/2026 09:57:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 1m
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Avanti West Coast1h 24m006:24ChesterCentral Station07:48Stoke-on-TrentCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Central Station, Chester (United Kingdom) at 06/02/2026 06:24:00 to Central Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/02/2026 07:48:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 24m
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Avanti West Coast1h 16m007:32ChesterCentral Station08:48Stoke-on-TrentCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Central Station, Chester (United Kingdom) at 06/02/2026 07:32:00 to Central Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/02/2026 08:48:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 16m
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Transport for Wales1h 1m006:56ChesterCentral Station07:57Stoke-on-TrentCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Central Station, Chester (United Kingdom) at 06/02/2026 06:56:00 to Central Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/02/2026 07:57:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 1m
Cheapest Buses Friday
Cheapest Trains Friday
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FlixBus0h 50m000:45Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station01:35Stoke-on-TrentHanley Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 07/02/2026 00:45:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/02/2026 01:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
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FlixBus0h 55m009:05Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station10:00Stoke-on-TrentHanley Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 07/02/2026 09:05:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/02/2026 10:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
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FlixBus0h 55m014:00Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station14:55Stoke-on-TrentHanley Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 07/02/2026 14:00:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/02/2026 14:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
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National Express1h 25m007:40ChesterBus Interchange09:05Stoke-on-TrentHanley Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 07/02/2026 07:40:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/02/2026 09:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 25m
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National Express4h 25m000:30ChesterBus Interchange04:55Stoke-on-TrentHanley Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 07/02/2026 00:30:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/02/2026 04:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
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National Express1h 25m007:40ChesterBus Interchange09:05Stoke-on-TrentHanley Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 08/02/2026 07:40:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/02/2026 09:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 25m
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National Express4h 25m000:30ChesterBus Interchange04:55Stoke-on-TrentHanley Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 08/02/2026 00:30:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/02/2026 04:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
Cheapest Buses Sunday
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FlixBus0h 50m000:45Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station01:35Stoke-on-TrentHanley Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 10/02/2026 00:45:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/02/2026 01:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
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FlixBus0h 55m009:05Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station10:00Stoke-on-TrentHanley Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 10/02/2026 09:05:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/02/2026 10:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
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FlixBus0h 55m014:00Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station14:55Stoke-on-TrentHanley Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 10/02/2026 14:00:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/02/2026 14:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
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National Express1h 35m007:30ChesterBus Interchange09:05Stoke-on-TrentHanley Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 10/02/2026 07:30:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/02/2026 09:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 35m
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National Express4h 25m000:30ChesterBus Interchange04:55Stoke-on-TrentHanley Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 10/02/2026 00:30:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/02/2026 04:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
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National Express1h 35m007:30ChesterBus Interchange09:05Stoke-on-TrentHanley Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 11/02/2026 07:30:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/02/2026 09:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 35m
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National Express4h 25m000:30ChesterBus Interchange04:55Stoke-on-TrentHanley Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 11/02/2026 00:30:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/02/2026 04:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
What are the fastest trips from Chester to Stoke-on-Trent?
You can get to Stoke-on-Trent from Chester in just 0h 50m with a Bus from FlixBus. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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Transport for Wales1h 1m008:56ChesterCentral Station09:57Stoke-on-TrentCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Central Station, Chester (United Kingdom) at 06/02/2026 08:56:00 to Central Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/02/2026 09:57:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 1m
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Transport for Wales1h 1m006:56ChesterCentral Station07:57Stoke-on-TrentCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Transport for Wales goes from Central Station, Chester (United Kingdom) at 06/02/2026 06:56:00 to Central Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/02/2026 07:57:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 1m
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Avanti West Coast1h 16m008:32ChesterCentral Station09:48Stoke-on-TrentCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Central Station, Chester (United Kingdom) at 06/02/2026 08:32:00 to Central Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/02/2026 09:48:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 16m
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Avanti West Coast1h 16m007:32ChesterCentral Station08:48Stoke-on-TrentCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Central Station, Chester (United Kingdom) at 06/02/2026 07:32:00 to Central Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/02/2026 08:48:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 16m
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Avanti West Coast1h 24m006:24ChesterCentral Station07:48Stoke-on-TrentCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Central Station, Chester (United Kingdom) at 06/02/2026 06:24:00 to Central Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/02/2026 07:48:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 24m
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National Express1h 35m007:30ChesterBus Interchange09:05Stoke-on-TrentHanley Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 06/02/2026 07:30:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/02/2026 09:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 35m
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National Express4h 25m000:30ChesterBus Interchange04:55Stoke-on-TrentHanley Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 06/02/2026 00:30:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/02/2026 04:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
Fastest Trains Friday
Fastest Buses Friday
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FlixBus0h 50m000:45Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station01:35Stoke-on-TrentHanley Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 07/02/2026 00:45:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/02/2026 01:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
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FlixBus0h 55m009:05Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station10:00Stoke-on-TrentHanley Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 07/02/2026 09:05:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/02/2026 10:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
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FlixBus0h 55m014:00Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station14:55Stoke-on-TrentHanley Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 07/02/2026 14:00:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/02/2026 14:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
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National Express1h 25m007:40ChesterBus Interchange09:05Stoke-on-TrentHanley Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 07/02/2026 07:40:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/02/2026 09:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 25m
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National Express4h 25m000:30ChesterBus Interchange04:55Stoke-on-TrentHanley Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 07/02/2026 00:30:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/02/2026 04:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
Fastest Buses Saturday
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National Express1h 25m007:40ChesterBus Interchange09:05Stoke-on-TrentHanley Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 08/02/2026 07:40:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/02/2026 09:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 25m
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National Express4h 25m000:30ChesterBus Interchange04:55Stoke-on-TrentHanley Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 08/02/2026 00:30:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/02/2026 04:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
Fastest Buses Sunday
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FlixBus0h 50m000:45Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station01:35Stoke-on-TrentHanley Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 10/02/2026 00:45:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/02/2026 01:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
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FlixBus0h 55m009:05Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station10:00Stoke-on-TrentHanley Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 10/02/2026 09:05:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/02/2026 10:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
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FlixBus0h 55m014:00Manchester AirportAirport Coach Station14:55Stoke-on-TrentHanley Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Airport Coach Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 10/02/2026 14:00:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/02/2026 14:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
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National Express1h 35m007:30ChesterBus Interchange09:05Stoke-on-TrentHanley Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 10/02/2026 07:30:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/02/2026 09:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 35m
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National Express4h 25m000:30ChesterBus Interchange04:55Stoke-on-TrentHanley Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 10/02/2026 00:30:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/02/2026 04:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
Fastest Buses Tuesday
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National Express1h 35m007:30ChesterBus Interchange09:05Stoke-on-TrentHanley Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 11/02/2026 07:30:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/02/2026 09:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 35m
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National Express4h 25m000:30ChesterBus Interchange04:55Stoke-on-TrentHanley Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Interchange, Chester (United Kingdom) at 11/02/2026 00:30:00 to Hanley Coach Station, Stoke-on-Trent (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/02/2026 04:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
Fastest Buses Wednesday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Chester to Stoke-on-Trent
What are the most popular stations in Chester and Stoke-on-Trent?
In Chester, you will usually depart from Central Station, Vicar's Lane or Bus Interchange, while in Stoke-on-Trent you will be arriving at Central Station, Longton Train Station or Blythe Bridge Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Stoke-on-Trent from Chester? With 4 connections between 1 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Chester and Stoke-on-Trent, you can pay as low as £4 with a Bus from FlixBus.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Bus from FlixBus: you will get to Stoke-on-Trent in just 0h 50m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Chester and Stoke-on-Trent are National Express, FlixBus and Avanti West Coast, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Chester and Stoke-on-Trent is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Bache or to Newcastle-under-Lyme, and look at flights from Liverpool Airport, and landing at Manchester Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Chester to Stoke-on-Trent?
The most popular companies between Chester and Stoke-on-Trent, are National Express, FlixBus and Avanti West Coast. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: National Express and FlixBus
Train companies: Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales
All you need to know when you travel from Chester to Stoke-on-Trent
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Chester to Stoke-on-Trent. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Chester to Stoke-on-Trent
How can I reach Stoke-on-Trent from Chester?
Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Stoke-on-Trent from Chester.
How far is Stoke-on-Trent from Chester?
The distance between Chester and Stoke-on-Trent is 52.2 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Chester and Stoke-on-Trent?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 1 kgs of CO2, a train 2 kgs, a car 9 kgs, and a flight 13 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Chester to Stoke-on-Trent?
You can get to Stoke-on-Trent with just £4 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.
What is the fastest way to get from Chester to Stoke-on-Trent?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Stoke-on-Trent in just 0h 50m with a Bus from FlixBus.
More routes to Chester and to Stoke-on-Trent
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Chester and to Stoke-on-Trent. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
- Trips to Chester
- Cardiff to Chester
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