Trains to Stoke-on-Trent from Benfleet
| First train | 04:24 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 01:42 | |
| Departure station | Benfleet | |
| Arrival station | Stoke-on-Trent | |
| Journey time | From 3h 8m | |
| Distance | 154 miles (248 km) | |
| Frequency | 38 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, c2c |
About the train journey from Benfleet to Stoke-on-Trent
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The train from Benfleet to Stoke-on-Trent usually takes 5 hours on average to travel 154 miles (248 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 3 hours 8 minutes. You can expect to find 38 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Stoke-on-Trent, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Greater Anglia, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Benfleet to Stoke-on-Trent if you book in advance, travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
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