What is the travel distance from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham?

About 38 miles (62 km) separate Stoke-on-Trent and Birmingham.

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

The majority of buses traveling from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham start their journey at Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B) and wind up at Birmingham Airport. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What are the best sights and things to do in Birmingham?

Once in Birmingham, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Gas Street Basin, Spa, Jewellery Quarter, Cadbury World and National Motorcycle Museum.

Bus Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham from $6 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:35am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	1h 5m	9:40am	Great Charles Street Queensway	CheapestFastest
Bus	9:10am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	1h 15m	10:25am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	1h 5m	11:05am	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	9:10am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	1h 15m	10:25am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	1:35pm	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	1h 5m	2:40pm	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags

Next departures for Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:35am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	1h 5m	9:40am	Great Charles Street Queensway	Cheapest
Bus	1:45am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	1h 5m	2:50am	Great Charles Street Queensway	Fastest
Bus	1:20am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	1h 25m	2:45am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	1h 5m	11:05am	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	1:20am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)	1h 25m	2:45am	Coach Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

50mAverage Duration

38 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$9 - $35	Average Duration1h 5m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$10 - $100	Average Duration52m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$5 - $10	Average Duration50m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

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

Stops in Stoke-on-Trent

A
Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B)
Lichfield Street, Hanley Bus Stn, Stands A & B, Stoke-on-Trent ST1, United Kingdom
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B
Stoke-On-Trent
88 Church Street, Stoke-on-Trent, ST4, United Kingdom
C
Staffordshire University, Stoke-on-Trent
Thompson Library, Stoke-on-Trent ST4 2XE, UK
D
Stoke on Trent
Keele Motorway Services Area, Three Mile Ln, Keele, Newcastle ST5 5HG, UK

Stops in Birmingham

A
Birmingham Airport
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B
Coach Station
Mill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham B5 6DD, United Kingdom
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C
Bearwood
1 Hagley Rd W, Birmingham B17 8AL, UK
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D
67 Colmore Row
67 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3, United Kingdom
E
A457
A457, Birmingham B3, UK
F
Aston University
10 Jennens Rd, Birmingham B4 7ET, UK

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,396 reviews

Staff4.2

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

4/529,723 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29723 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $11

National Express Stoke-on-Trent Birmingham recent customer reviews

Hi dear the bus was one hour late and I was waiting on the cold weather

Ihab M.

December 1, 2018

I am so happy

John H.

November 9, 2018

pleasant comfortable journey

Alison J.

November 16, 2017

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

What is the travel distance from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham?
What are the best sights and things to do in Birmingham?

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The cheapest trip from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $6

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

You can expect to pay from $6 to $29 for a bus ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $6 which is on 2025-11-27.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.