The cheapest and fastest coaches from Stockport to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
5 h 40 m
Average duration
5 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
225 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Stockport to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stockport to Cardiff will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £31.
Of the 1 buses that leave Stockport for Cardiff 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 225 km distance in an average of 5 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 40 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 Stockport to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stockport to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 225 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£22 Average Price Cheapest | £66 Average Price |
9h 26m Average total duration 8h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration Fastest 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Stockport to Cardiff bus times
The table below shows live departures for Stockport to Cardiff coaches for today, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:00 Stockport | 7h45 | 18:45 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:40 Stockport | 5h40 | 17:20 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:15 Stockport | 5h05 | 17:20 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Stockport to Cardiff
Buses from Stockport to Cardiff run on average 3 times per day, taking around 8h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 225 km distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 225 km |
Average bus duration 8h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 5h 5m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Stockport to CardiffYou can travel by bus between Stockport to Cardiff with FlixBus for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Stockport to Cardiff coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stockport to Cardiff 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 Cardiff, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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