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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent
Cheapest price on Sep 04
€4
Average ticket price on Sep 04
€8
Fastest journey on Sep 04
53 m
Average journey duration on Sep 04
53 m
Trains on Sep 04
8
Distance
53 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester 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 Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent will cost around €8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €4.
On Fri, Sep 04, we found 8 trains from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent, including 8 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 04 the direct trains cover the 53 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 53 m .
On Fri, Sep 04 the slowest trains will take 53 m 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.
4:43 AM0h57Manchester5:40 AMStoke-on-Trent€41One-way0 transfers- 8:02 AM2h37Manchester10:39 AMStoke-on-Trent€51One-way0 transfers
- 8:46 AM0h53Manchester9:39 AMStoke-on-Trent€61One-way0 transfers
- 7:46 AM0h53Manchester8:39 AMStoke-on-Trent€71One-way0 transfers
- 12:46 PM0h53Manchester1:39 PMStoke-on-Trent€91One-way0 transfers
- 4:46 PM0h53Manchester5:39 PMStoke-on-Trent€121One-way0 transfers
- 8:46 AM0h53Manchester9:39 AMStoke-on-Trent€61One-way0 transfers
- 3:46 PM0h53Manchester4:39 PMStoke-on-Trent€91One-way0 transfers
- 12:46 PM0h53Manchester1:39 PMStoke-on-Trent€91One-way0 transfers
- 7:46 AM0h53Manchester8:39 AMStoke-on-Trent€71One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 26m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €7, while a bus costs an average of €8.
Distance: 53 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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€7 Average price Cheapest | €8 Average price | €12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent:
A train is €1 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent costing on average €8.
Other travel options to Stoke-on-Trent take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 32m.
Live departures
Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent trains for today, Thursday, September 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W33952 | Delayed 7:13 AM 8:14 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h38 | 7:54 AM 7:54 AMStoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34104 | Delayed 7:34 AM 8:34 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h35 | 8:11 AM 8:11 AMStoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33893 | Delayed 8:33 AM 9:34 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h35 | 9:11 AM 9:11 AMStoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33902 | Delayed 9:34 AM 10:34 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h35 | 10:12 AM 10:12 AMStoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33956 | Delayed 10:14 AM 11:14 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h38 | 11:52 AM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 G01018 | On time 11:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h38 | 12:03 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L89557 | On time 11:46 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h53 | 12:39 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29877 | On time 12:03 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h40 | 12:43 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01022 | On time 12:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h38 | 1:03 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L89569 | On time 12:46 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h53 | 1:39 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29882 | On time 1:03 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h40 | 1:43 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01024 | On time 1:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h38 | 2:03 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L89581 | On time 1:46 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h53 | 2:39 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01150 | On time 2:03 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h40 | 2:43 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01027 | On time 2:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h38 | 3:03 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L89591 | On time 2:46 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h53 | 3:39 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29895 | On time 3:03 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h40 | 3:43 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01032 | On time 3:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h38 | 4:03 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L89548 | On time 3:46 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h53 | 4:39 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01159 | On time 4:03 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h40 | 4:43 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01035 | On time 4:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h38 | 5:03 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L89558 | On time 4:46 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0h53 | 5:39 PM Stoke-on-Trent station (SOT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 4 | |||||
| 4:43 AM Manchester | 0h57 | 5:40 AM Stoke-on-Trent | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:46 AM Manchester | 0h53 | 8:39 AM Stoke-on-Trent | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:02 AM Manchester | 2h37 | 10:39 AM Stoke-on-Trent | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:46 AM Manchester | 0h53 | 9:39 AM Stoke-on-Trent | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent run on average 10 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 53 km distance in 39m.
Distance 53 km |
Average train duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 39m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country, Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent trainsAvanti West Coast, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country, Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester and Stoke-on-Trent from €4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent
There are plenty of regular and direct trains available between Manchester and Stoke-on-Trent daily. Three operators service the route with up to five trains running an hour, making it quick and easy to travel between these two bustling commuter cities in less than an hour.
Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent Train Time: Daily Departures
With as many as five direct trains operating every hour, passengers will find plenty of available services from around 6:00 a.m. in the morning, through to 10:00 p.m. at night on weekdays, plus regular services at weekends too.
How long is the journey by train from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent?
The train journey between Manchester and Stoke-on-Trent can take as little as 35 minutes. Services are direct and depart from Manchester Piccadilly. This journey is well-served, fast and efficient, with trains available around every 15 minutes, particularly during peak travel times and on weekends.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent?
Manchester Piccadilly: located in the heart of Manchester City Centre, Manchester Piccadilly train station houses the Metro stop and links with local buses and taxis for an easy transfer. It offers plenty of shops, accessible toilets, lifts, trolleys, food outlets and ATMs. There are large central digital information screens and comprehensive ticketing facilities inside the station. With fourteen platforms, it pays to allow a little time to traverse the station, which is particularly large and busy.
Stoke-on-Trent: This 24-hour station links with other public transport services and is located in the city centre. You'll find full facilities, including accessible toilets, coffee kiosks, newsagents, phones, ATMs and trolleys. There are also digital information desks, self-service ticket machines and an indoor waiting area.
Which train companies travel from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent?
Trains between Manchester and Stoke-on-Trent are run by Cross Country, Virgin and Northern Rail, all of which typically run at least one service every hour, with similarly rapid and direct services. Northern Rail runs both the earliest and latest services of the day, beginning from around 6:00 a.m. and finishing after 10:00 p.m.
Cross Country: Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent
Typically running two services per hour, Cross Country trains are fast and direct between the two cities. Services usually offer onboard refreshments, WiFi, digital charging points and a First-Class carriage.
Virgin Trains: Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent
Virgin Trains runs two services an hour throughout the day on this route, and again, the services are direct. Virgin runs the fastest service at just 34 minutes and the trains themselves tend to be modern and with excellent onboard facilities.
Northern Rail: Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent
Northern Rail operates around one service per hour on this route. Its trains are fast and direct and can offer the lowest fares, particularly for advance bookings. Look out for WiFi onboard, refreshments, luggage racks and charging points.
Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent Trains: Services on Board
For each of the services between Manchester and Stoke-on-Trent, passengers will find both first and second-class carriages, as well as luggage racks. Well-behaved pets are welcome if kept off seats. Bikes can be taken on board, but it is wise to book a bike rack place in advance when you book your seat, as these are limited. Disabled travellers will find ramps, accessible carriages, wheelchair-friendly seating areas and extra support from train staff.
How to find cheap train tickets from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent?
To get the cheapest tickets for trains from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent, it pays to book in advance and to be flexible with travel dates. Looking at slower journeys or those with changeovers and travel at off-peak times usually offers cheaper tickets. Use mobile ticketing for ease and as an environmentally-friendly option, too.
FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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 Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent
Most Manchester to Stoke-on-Trent trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Stoke-on-Trent station pair, with some services arriving at Longport. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Stoke-on-Trent train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Stoke-on-Trent leave from?
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are 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 Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Stoke-on-Trent station do trains from Manchester 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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