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Hat Works Museum
A local history museum exploring Stockport’s famous hatting industry with working machinery, displays and underground features.
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 51 m
Buses per day
50
Distance
252 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Stockport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Stockport will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.
Of the 50 buses that leave London for Stockport every day 50 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 252 km distance in an average of 3 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Stockport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a flight costs an average of £49.
Distance: 252 km
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£11 Average Price Cheapest | £33 Average Price | £100 Average Price |
5h 11m Average total duration 4h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for London to Stockport coaches for today, Saturday 22 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 11:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h50 | 16:20 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h30 | 16:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h05 | 15:45 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:45 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h25 | 17:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h10 | 16:20 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:20 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h50 | 17:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h00 | 17:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h35 | 17:05 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h20 | 17:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 3h55 | 17:05 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h00 | 19:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h40 | 18:40 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h20 | 19:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h00 | 18:40 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h10 | 20:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:45 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h25 | 20:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h40 | 20:40 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h00 | 21:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h20 | 21:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h00 | 20:40 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h30 | 22:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 3h50 | 22:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h10 | 23:10 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h30 | 23:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h00 | 23:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 3h40 | 23:10 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h50 | 0:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h10 | 0:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h00 | 2:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h30 | 2:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:59 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h51 | 5:50 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:59 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h11 | 6:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:59 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h26 | 5:25 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 23 August | |||||
FlixBus | 7:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h40 | 11:40 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h20 | 11:20 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 3h50 | 11:20 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h10 | 11:40 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h10 | 14:10 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h45 | 13:45 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h20 | 15:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h15 | 13:45 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h40 | 14:10 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h55 | 14:55 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h20 | 15:20 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h30 | 16:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h15 | 14:55 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h40 | 15:20 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h45 | 15:45 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h10 | 16:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h50 | 16:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from London to Stockport run on average 41 times per day, taking around 4h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 37 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:56. The fastest coach covers the 252 km distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 252 km |
Average bus duration 4h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 41 |
Direct buses 37 |
Fastest bus 4h 10m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:56 |
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Discover the best of Stockport — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Stockport trip today.
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 London 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 London to Stockport buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Stockport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Caffè Nero (in the station)
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas, offering multiple currency options.
Ticket office support is available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3.
Available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Ramps, assistance.
Stockport, Wellington Road North / Leyland Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Stockport, Wellington Road North / Leyland Street. ATMs are available at Stockport, Wellington Road North / Leyland Street.
Ticket office support is available at Stockport, Wellington Road North / Leyland Street.
Available at Stockport, Wellington Road North / Leyland Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockport, Wellington Road North / Leyland Street: Bus stop is wheelchair accessible.
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