Stoke-on-Trent Railway Station
Stoke-on-Trent Railway Station

History and heritage

North Staffordshire Line

Derby – Crewe via Stoke-on-Trent

Start your journey at Crewe, one of the most historic stations in the world. Further down the line you’ll pass Stoke-on-Trent, a unique city affectionately known as The Potteries boasting award winning museums and the exclusive Staffordshire Hoard. The line comes to an end at Derby, packed full of culture and history and an ideal place to start exploring the nearby Peak District.

About this line

Route

Derby – Crewe

Journey time

1 hr 18

Cost

£12.20 Off-Peak Day Return

Distance

50 miles | 80 km

Stations on this line:

  • Derby
  • Peartree
  • Tutbury & Hatton
  • Uttoxeter
  • Blythe Bridge
  • Longton
  • Stoke-on-Trent
  • Longport
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