What is the distance between Preston and Stoke-on-Trent?

The distance separating Preston and Stoke-on-Trent is 57 miles (92 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Preston to Stoke-on-Trent?

If you're headed to Stoke-on-Trent from Preston, chances are that your bus will leave from Preston City Centre Bus Station and arrive at Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B). These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

Bus Preston to Stoke-on-Trent from $12 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Preston to Stoke-on-Trent on November 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:35pm	Preston City Centre Bus Station	2h 45m	1:20am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:35pm	Preston City Centre Bus Station	2h 45m	1:20am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	No tags

Next departures for Preston to Stoke-on-Trent on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:15pm	Preston Bus Station	4h 35m	6:50pm	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	Cheapest
Bus	10:35pm	Preston City Centre Bus Station	2h 45m	1:20am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	Fastest
Bus	10:35pm	Preston City Centre Bus Station	2h 45m	1:20am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 10:51 AM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Preston to Stoke-on-Trent

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Stoke-on-Trent. The journey takes about 2 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

2h 45mAverage Duration

56 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$16 - $37	Average Duration2h 45m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$14 - $14	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,361 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

National Express

4/529,715 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

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Where are the popular stops in Preston and Stoke-on-Trent?

Stops in Preston

A - Preston City Centre Bus Station

B - Preston Bus Stop

Stops in Stoke-on-Trent

A - Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)

B - Stoke-On-Trent

C - Staffordshire University, Stoke-on-Trent

D - Stoke on Trent

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Preston to Stoke-on-Trent by bus

What is the distance between Preston and Stoke-on-Trent?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Preston to Stoke-on-Trent?

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/16

$20

11/17

$15

Today

$12

11/19

$14

11/20

No data

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11/22

$15

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The cheapest trip from Preston to Stoke-on-Trent was searched and found on Nov 18, 2025 with a price of $12

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

You can expect to pay from $12 to $22 for a bus ticket from Preston to Stoke-on-Trent based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $14 which is on 2025-11-19.