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Bournemouth to Stoke-On-Trent train prices and times

Looking to travel from Bournemouth to Stoke-On-Trent? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £26.80, with average prices for this route around £48.50.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:15 Bournemouth	09:43 Stoke-On-Trent	4h 28m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:15 Bournemouth	09:49 Stoke-On-Trent	4h 34m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:55 Bournemouth	10:26 Stoke-On-Trent	4h 31m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:11 Bournemouth	10:43 Stoke-On-Trent	4h 32m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:30 Bournemouth	10:48 Stoke-On-Trent	4h 18m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:56 Bournemouth	11:26 Paris	4h 30m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Bournemouth to Stoke-On-Trent train route details

First train

05:15

Last train

23:12

Departure station

Bournemouth

Arrival station

Stoke-On-Trent

Journey time

4h 3m

Distance

159 miles

Price

£26.80*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Southern

How to book cheap train tickets from Bournemouth to Stoke-On-Trent

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Bournemouth to Stoke-On-Trent during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Bournemouth to Stoke-On-Trent, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Bournemouth to Stoke-On-Trent ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Bournemouth to Stoke-On-Trent more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Bournemouth to Stoke-On-Trent train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

Trains from Bournemouth to Stoke-On-Trent from £26.80*

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Bournemouth to Stoke-On-Trent train prices and times

Bournemouth to Stoke-On-Trent train route details