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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cardiff to Stratford
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 20 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
220 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cardiff to Stratford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Stratford will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
Of the 1 buses that leave Cardiff for Stratford every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 220 km distance in an average of 3 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cardiff to Stratford
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Stratford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £39.
Distance: 220 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£16 Average Price Cheapest | £55 Average Price |
3h 54m Average total duration 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cardiff to Stratford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Stratford coaches for today, Saturday 7 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 14:45 Cardiff | 6h35 | 21:20 Stratford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Stratford
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Buses from Cardiff to Stratford run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:40, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 220 km distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 220 km |
Average bus duration 3h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 3h 20m |
First bus 01:40 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Cardiff to StratfordYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to Stratford with FlixBus for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cardiff to Stratford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Stratford 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 Stratford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Stratford
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Five Guys (in the station)
- Wahaca (0.2 km)
- The Real Greek (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 25, 69, 86, 97, 104, 108, 158, 238, 241, 257, 262, 276, 308, 339, 425, 473, 678 Metro: Central , Jubilee Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail, Overground
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