How much does a train ticket cost from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent?

The cheapest train tickets from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent start from £8. The average price for this train route is around £21. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent?

The average train journey time from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent is 1h 29m, covering a distance of 44 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 17m and is operated by East Midlands Railway .

Which train operators serve the Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 21 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent?

The earliest train from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent departs at 07:16. And the latest train departs at 21:19.

Train Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent from £8

Next train departures

Next departures from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:16	Nottingham	1h 19m	08:35	Stoke-on-Trent	CheapestFastest
Train	08:17	Nottingham	1h 19m	09:36	Stoke-on-Trent	No tags
Train	09:17	Nottingham	1h 19m	10:36	Stoke-on-Trent	No tags
Train	10:17	Nottingham	1h 19m	11:36	Stoke-on-Trent	No tags
Train	11:17	Nottingham	1h 19m	12:36	Stoke-on-Trent	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:53	Nottingham	1h 22m	17:15	Stoke-on-Trent	Cheapest
Train	08:53	Nottingham	1h 22m	10:15	Stoke-on-Trent	Fastest
Train	07:51	Nottingham	1h 24m	09:15	Stoke-on-Trent	No tags
Train	09:53	Nottingham	1h 22m	11:15	Stoke-on-Trent	No tags
Train	10:53	Nottingham	1h 22m	12:15	Stoke-on-Trent	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Stoke-on-Trent. The journey takes about 8 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

8h 20mAverage duration

41 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£14 - £14	Average duration8h 20m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£8 - £26	Average duration1h 29m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£6 - £6	Average duration1h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Train Companies

East Midlands Railway

4.5/524 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi5

Based on 24 reviews, the company was rated 4.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the value for money. East Midlands Railway ticket prices on this trip start at £8

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent?
The cheapest train tickets from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent start from £8. The average price for this train route is around £21. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent?
The average train journey time from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent is 1h 29m, covering a distance of 44 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 17m and is operated by East Midlands Railway.
Which train operators serve the Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 21 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent?
The earliest train from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent departs at 07:16. And the latest train departs at 21:19.

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The cheapest trip from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of £8

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £8 to £25 for a train ticket from Nottingham to Stoke-on-Trent based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £8, which is on 2025-12-15.