Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent: Road Trip Guide & Distance

113.3 miles 182.3 km · straight line
146 miles actual route 234.9 km · driving distance
2h 51min estimated drive time
£22 - £27 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
21° NNE bearing direction

How far is Cardiff from Stoke-on-Trent?

The distance from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent is 113.3 miles (182.3 km) as the crow flies. Stoke-on-Trent is located NNE of Cardiff. By car, the driving distance is approximately 146 miles, taking about 2h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cardiff and Stoke-on-Trent. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Cardiff to Stoke-on-Trent

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 51min £22 - £27 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 25min $12–$22* Budget
Train ~2h 42min $18–$51* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cardiff & Stoke-on-Trent

Quick Facts

Cardiff
51.48°N, 3.18°W
Europe/London
9m elevation
Stoke-on-Trent
53.00°N, 2.19°W
Europe/London
114m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 38 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 219.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM