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Stoke-on-Trent to London Heathrow Airport

From £42.20 one-way*

Duration: 4 hrs 10 mins (fastest)
Departures: up to 1 service per day

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Children under 14 years of age are not permitted to travel without being accompanied throughout the journey by a responsible person aged 16 years or over.
Children aged 14 - 15 years old may travel unaccompanied, as from 5am, arriving at their booked destination no later than 10pm. Unaccompanied children will be asked for proof of age or a signed letter of permission from their parent/guardian. (sms or chat based messages are not permissible)

One infant aged 0-2 travels free when accompanied by an adult with a valid ticket. Additional infants aged 0-2 must be paid for. If you are travelling with more than 1 infant aged 0-2, please book the additional infant as 'Children (3-15).

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Coach from Stoke-on-Trent to London Heathrow Airport

Our coaches travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Heathrow Airport (terminals and coach station) once a day to ensure you don't miss your flight, with one-way fares starting from £42.20*.

With reliable services, low fares, and comfortable travel, you can travel in style for less.

Stoke-on-Trent to Heathrow journey information
Fastest journey time 4 hrs 10 mins
Cheapest price From £42.20 *
Distance (approx) 249km
No. of stops 5 (other services may use further stops)
First & last journey daily 9:10am/13:20pm

Our Stoke-on-Trent to Heathrow services and stops

Click below to see the stops for each service and plan your journey with ease.

551 coach towards London

Our 551 service travels once a day and calls at the following stops:

  • Stoke-on-Trent Hanley Bus Station
  • Birmingham Coach Station
  • Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal
  • Heathrow Airport Central Bus Station
  • London (Earl's Court) West Cromwell Road
  • London Victoria Coach Station

Travelling to Terminal 4 or 5? 

For more frequent coach services, search for Heathrow Airport London (Terminals 2, 3) in the blue Journey Planner above. You can then take the free Heathrow Express train in between terminals.

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Luggage

You can bring 1x large suitcase (or 2x medium cases) & 1x soft hand luggage item onboard our coaches. However, be sure to check your flight luggage allowance with your airline before your pack.

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Departing from Stoke-on-Trent

Begin your journey from Stoke-on-Trent's Hanley Bus Station, offering convenient departure facilities. With nearby amenities such as restaurants, shops, and cafes, you'll be well-prepared for your upcoming travels.

Arriving at Heathrow Airport

Our coaches from Stoke-on-Trent arrive at Heathrow Airport once per day. At Heathrow, you will find many facilities to pass the time before travelling.

Facilities near to the stop include: a wide assortment of cafes, shops and restaurants, as well as rest areas, toilet facilities, cash machines and ticket machines.

Arrival and Departure information:

Terminal 2 & 3: Coaches arrive and depart from the Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Terminal 4: Coaches arrive and depart outside of Heathrow Terminal 4.

Terminal 5: Coaches arrive and depart outside of Heathrow Terminal 5.

Frequently asked questions

When is the first coach from Stoke-on-Trent to Heathrow?

The first coach leaves from Stoke-on-Trent Hanley Bus Station at 9.10am, arriving at Heathrow Central Bus Station at 13.20pm.

When is the last coach from Stoke-on-Trent to Heathrow?

The last coach leaves from Stoke-on-Trent Hanley Bus Station at 9.10am, arriving at Heathrow Central Bus Station at 13.20pm.

How much is the coach from Stoke-on-Trent to Heathrow?

A one-way journey from Stoke-on-Trent to Heathrow is available from £42.20*.

How long does the coach take from Stoke-on-Trent to Heathrow?

Our fastest coach journeys from Stoke-on-Trent to Heathrow take 4 hrs 10 mins.

What happens if I miss my coach from Stoke-on-Trent to Heathrow?

We have fare types available to give you more flexibility when you travel. Both our Standard and Fully Flexible fares are amendable, however, excess fees may apply. For more information, please visit our tickets page.

Alternatively, when buying your ticket you can add Change and Go to your booking. Change and Go allows you to board any available coach 12 hours before or after your original departure time for just £5 per journey. Find out more at our Change and Go page.

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*Limited Availability. No booking fee when logged into My Account and purchasing on the National Express website or app, otherwise £1.50 booking fee applies. Fares correct 24.10.2024 for travel between 24.10.2024 - 20.02.2025.

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