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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Stoke-on-Trent
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €203
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €203
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 5 h 31 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 5 h 31 m
- Trains on Nov 02
- 1
- Distance
- 334 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Stoke-on-Trent will cost around €203 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €203.
It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to Stoke-on-Trent without transferring at least 2 times.
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L895698:08 AM 5h31 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 1:39 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) €203 1 One-way 2 transfers
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8:08 AM 5h31 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 1:39 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) €203 1 One-way 2 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Stoke-on-Trent
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Stoke-on-Trent run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €36 but you can travel from only €23 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 334 km distance in 3h 29m.
Distance 334 km |
Average train duration 4h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €36 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 29m |
First train 4:30 AM |
Last train 11:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
Live departures
Edinburgh to Stoke-on-Trent train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Stoke-on-Trent trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 W33219+ C21390 | On time 12:51 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h40 | 4:31 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 transfer | |
| W33251+C21388 | On time 2:51 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h40 | 6:31 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 transfer | |
| W33197+C21386 | On time 4:51 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h40 | 8:31 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 1 transfer | |
W33240+G00917+ L88007+ Bus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central | Delayed 6:34 PM 5:00 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h48 | 10:48 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 3 transfers | |
| Monday, November 2 | |||||
| W29873+G16076+L89569 | 8:08 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h31 | 1:39 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 2 transfers | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Edinburgh 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.
FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Stoke-on-Trent
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Stoke-on-Trent by train. 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 train, 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Stoke-on-Trent
Most Edinburgh to Stoke-on-Trent trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Stoke-on-Trent station pair, with some services arriving at Longport. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Stoke-on-Trent train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Wester Hailes from Edinburgh city centre
Wester Hailes is 6 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Wester Hailes train station facilities and services
Wester Hailes has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wester Hailes.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Wester Hailes.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wester Hailes: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Wester Hailes: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wester Hailes.
Which Stoke-on-Trent station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Stoke-on-Trent from Stoke-on-Trent city centre
Stoke-on-Trent train station facilities and services
Stoke-on-Trent has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Stoke-on-Trent. ATMs are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stoke-on-Trent. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stoke-on-Trent: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stoke-on-Trent: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stoke-on-Trent: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: By the North end of platform 1, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Longport from Stoke-on-Trent city centre
Longport is 4 km from Stoke-on-Trent city centre. Public transport options include:
Longport train station facilities and services
Longport has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Longport.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Longport: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Longport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Longport: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Wheelchair users may need assistance on Platform 1 as there are no lowered kerbs on the pavements and the gradient of the ramp to the platform is steep. The gradient of the ramp to Platform 2 is moderate. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible taxis: Euro 01782 314444, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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