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

About 159 miles (256 km) separate Bournemouth and Stoke-on-Trent.

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

If you're headed to Stoke-on-Trent from Bournemouth, chances are that your bus will leave from Coach Station and arrive at Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station, Stands A & B). These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

Bus Bournemouth to Stoke-on-Trent from $30 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Bournemouth to Stoke-on-Trent on November 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:10pm	Bournemouth	12h 5m	4:15am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	No tags
Bus	4:10pm	Bournemouth	12h 15m	4:25am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	No tags
Bus	4:10pm	Bournemouth	12h 15m	4:25am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	No tags
Bus	4:10pm	Bournemouth	12h 15m	4:25am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	No tags
Bus	4:10pm	Bournemouth	12h 15m	3:25am	Stoke-on-Trent (Hanley Bus Station)	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Bournemouth 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 12 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

12h 15mAverage Duration

159 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$45 - $65	Average Duration12h 15m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$43 - $546	Average Duration4h 3m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$22 - $22	Average Duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

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Cleanliness4.1

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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.

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

Stops in Bournemouth

A - Coach Station

B - Richmond Hill, 3

C - Travel Interchange

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 Bournemouth to Stoke-on-Trent by bus

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

11/10

$36

11/11

$36

Today

$30

11/13

$39

11/14

$46

11/15

$44

11/16

No data

11/17

$36

The cheapest trip from Bournemouth to Stoke-on-Trent was searched and found on Nov 12, 2025 with a price of $30

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

You can expect to pay from $30 to $46 for a bus ticket from Bournemouth to Stoke-on-Trent based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2025-11-17.