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Hat Works Museum
A local history museum exploring Stockport’s famous hatting industry with working machinery, displays and underground features.
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birmingham to Stockport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Stockport will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
On Wed 04 Nov, we found 2 buses from Birmingham to Stockport, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 105 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Buses from Birmingham to Stockport run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 16 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 105 km distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 105 km |
Average bus duration 2h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 1h 45m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Birmingham to Stockport.
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Stockport coaches for today, Tuesday 3 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 3:20 Birmingham | 2h05 | 5:25 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:20 Birmingham | 2h30 | 5:50 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:20 Birmingham | 2h50 | 6:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 Birmingham | 1h50 | 9:50 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 Birmingham | 2h30 | 10:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:10 Birmingham | 2h30 | 13:40 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:30 Birmingham | 3h20 | 15:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:40 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h20 | 16:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:40 Birmingham | 2h20 | 16:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:10 Birmingham | 2h30 | 16:40 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:10 Birmingham | 1h50 | 16:00 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:10 Birmingham | 2h30 | 18:40 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:40 Birmingham | 1h45 | 20:25 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:40 Birmingham | 2h20 | 21:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:30 Birmingham | 2h05 | 21:35 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:30 Birmingham | 2h30 | 22:00 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:30 Birmingham | 2h50 | 22:20 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:25 Birmingham | 2h15 | 23:40 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
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A local history museum exploring Stockport’s famous hatting industry with working machinery, displays and underground features.
An air-raid shelter museum in tunnels beneath the town centre, explaining civilian life during the Second World War.
A historic late medieval townhouse with period rooms and exhibits that bring centuries of domestic life in Stockport to life.
The historic hilltop core of Stockport, with old buildings, independent businesses, cobbles and easy access to key heritage sites.
A public park with formal gardens, a boating lake, woodland walks and wide views, popular for relaxed outdoor time.
A broad central shopping and civic street linking major town-centre sights, useful for architecture, events and everyday local life.
A soft white flour bap from nearby Manchester, often served with chips and gravy. It is a classic Greater Manchester comfort food and chip shop staple.
Tripe, usually beef stomach, traditionally cooked and sold by tripe dressers across Lancashire and Greater Manchester. It reflects the area’s historic working-class food culture.
A hearty steak and kidney pudding steamed in suet pastry. Long associated with North-West England, it is a pub and home-cooking favourite around Stockport.
Stylish restaurant in Stockport Market Place serving seasonal small plates and modern British cooking in a relaxed setting.
Well-known local Indian restaurant praised for curries, grilled dishes and friendly service in a comfortable casual dining room.
Historic market hall venue with a range of independent food traders, bars and casual dining in a lively communal atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are often cheaper than central Manchester or London, while local rail and bus costs remain manageable for most visitors.
In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up in taxis. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually just small change.
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Stockport, Wellington Road North / Leyland Street -> Stockport Interchange
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Stockport by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Stockport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Birmingham to Stockport buses use the Birmingham, Coach Station to station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Stockport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Coach Station.
Available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. ATMs are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Bus stops are wheelchair accessible.
Birmingham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple fast food and cafes inside
Free Wi-Fi available within the station. ATMs are multiple ATMs available inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham.
Available at Birmingham: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham: Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
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