Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 03
Cheapest price on Nov 03
€29
Average ticket price on Nov 03
€29
Fastest journey on Nov 03
4 h
Average journey duration on Nov 03
4 h
Buses on Nov 03
1
Distance
70 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent will cost around €29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €29.

Fast buses

On Tue, Nov 03, we found 1 buses from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent, including 1 direct services.

On Tue, Nov 03 the direct buses cover the 70 km distance in an average of 4 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .

On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest buses will take 4 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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    0 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent

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Buses from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €29 but you can travel from only €9 by train.

The earliest bus runs at 01:05, the last at 22:09. The fastest bus covers the 70 km distance in 2h 30m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €9
Distance
70 km
Average bus duration
2h 33m
Cheapest ticket price
€29
Buses per day
1
Fastest bus
2h 30m
First bus
1:05 AM
Last bus
10:09 PM
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
3 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €9

Frequently asked questions about your Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent.

Cheap coach tickets from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent can start from as little as €29 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent is €30; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest coach from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent leaves at 1:05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent leaves at 10:09 PM.
There are 1 coaches a day from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.

Live departures

Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent bus times

The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent buses for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
National Express5:50 PM Nottingham
4h00
9:50 PM Stoke-on-Trent0 transfersDirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent buses with Omio?

National Express operates all buses services from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent.
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  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent.

Bus providers: National Express from Nottingham to Stoke-on-TrentYou can travel by bus between Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent with National Express for as low as €9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
2h 30m
Cheapest National Express Price
€29
National Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Nottingham and Stoke-on-Trent

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a coach from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Stoke-on-Trent. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Nottingham and Stoke-on-Trent and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent:
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    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company {providersWithBike}.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent with the following coach company: National Express.

FAQs: Bus from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Stoke-on-Trent, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Nottingham and Stoke-on-Trent including taking a train and bus.
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popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent

Most Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent buses use the Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station to Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Stoke-on-Trent bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Nottingham
Arrival bus stations in Stoke-on-Trent

Which Nottingham station do buses to Stoke-on-Trent leave from?

Buses from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent leave from Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station. The station is 1 km from Nottingham city centre at Canal Street, Nottingham NG1 7EH, United Kingdom.
Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus StationCanal Street, Nottingham NG1 7EH, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station from Nottingham city centre

BusLc9 · 4m · €2 · every ~1 min

Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station bus station facilities and services

Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Cafeteria Broadmarsh (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Coffee Corner (in the station).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.

Bus stations for Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent

Check bus stations information for Nottingham and Stoke-on-Trent, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station, which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station, located 2 away from the city centre.

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