Stoke-on-Trent travel guide

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With a population of 260,419, Stoke-on-Trent is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Stoke-on-Trent deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Stoke-on-Trent

If you’re looking for affordable options, Bloom Hanley (29 Piccadilly, Hanley) and La Villa Verde (Cheadle Road) are great picks.

When to visit Stoke-on-Trent

Stoke-on-Trent in January
Estimated hotel price
£55
1 night at 3-star hotel
Stoke-on-Trent in January
Estimated hotel price
£55
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Stoke-on-Trent

Plane

Although Stoke-on-Trent doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Manchester Airport (UK) (MAN), which is located 39 km from Stoke-on-Trent. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, British Airways, Loganair and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Stoke-on-Trent departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Stoke-on-Trent, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Stoke-on-Trent to London takes 2h 06m and costs around £32 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Glasgow, expect to pay about £65 for a 3h 18m trip. Located 8 miles from the city centre, Stoke-on-Trent Alsager is the busiest station in Stoke-on-Trent. Another popular train station is Stoke-on-Trent, located 0.3 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Stoke-on-Trent is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 136 miles from Stoke-on-Trent. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Stoke-on-Trent, including Megabus, National Express and FlixBus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Stoke-on-Trent takes 45 miles and will cost you around £6. From Thorner, the ticket costs about £8 for a journey of 80 miles. Stoke-on-Trent’s bus station is located 1.7 miles from the city centre.

Plane

Although Stoke-on-Trent doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Manchester Airport (UK) (MAN), which is located 39 km from Stoke-on-Trent. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, British Airways, Loganair and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Stoke-on-Trent departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Stoke-on-Trent, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Stoke-on-Trent to London takes 2h 06m and costs around £32 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Glasgow, expect to pay about £65 for a 3h 18m trip. Located 8 miles from the city centre, Stoke-on-Trent Alsager is the busiest station in Stoke-on-Trent. Another popular train station is Stoke-on-Trent, located 0.3 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Stoke-on-Trent is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 136 miles from Stoke-on-Trent. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Stoke-on-Trent, including Megabus, National Express and FlixBus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Stoke-on-Trent takes 45 miles and will cost you around £6. From Thorner, the ticket costs about £8 for a journey of 80 miles. Stoke-on-Trent’s bus station is located 1.7 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Stoke-on-Trent

Airlines serving Stoke-on-Trent

Lufthansa
Good (4,607 reviews)
KLM
Good (848 reviews)
SWISS
Good (929 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,446 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,595 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,280 reviews)
Air France
Good (974 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,546 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,928 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,124 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,480 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,718 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Finnair
Good (879 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (833 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,160 reviews)
LOT
Good (681 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (911 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (835 reviews)
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Where to stay in Stoke-on-Trent

Average rates range from around £88 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £106 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Stoke-on-Trent

Most booked hotels in Stoke-on-Trent

Bears Paw Inn
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£105+
Courtyard by Marriott Keele Staffordshire
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£81+
Clayhanger Guest House
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£46+
Hilton Garden Inn Stoke on Trent
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£83+
DoubleTree by Hilton Stoke on Trent
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£103+
Holiday Inn Express Stoke On Trent
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£54+

Hiring a car in Stoke-on-Trent

Hiring a car in Stoke-on-Trent costs £31 per day, on average, or £61 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 1% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.48 per litre in Stoke-on-Trent (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.76 and £23.68. The most frequently booked car type in Stoke-on-Trent is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Auris or similar) is, on average, 78% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Stoke-on-Trent costs £31 per day, on average, or £61 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 1% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.48 per litre in Stoke-on-Trent (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.76 and £23.68. The most frequently booked car type in Stoke-on-Trent is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Auris or similar) is, on average, 78% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.