The cheapest and fastest coaches from Stratford to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
5 h
Buses per day
1
Distance
220 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Stratford to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stratford to Cardiff will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
Of the 1 buses that leave Stratford 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 220 km distance in an average of 5 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h .
The slowest buses will take 5 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Stratford to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stratford to Cardiff 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 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £44.
Distance: 220 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£16 Average Price Cheapest | £53 Average Price |
4h 49m Average total duration 4h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Stratford to Cardiff bus times
The table below shows live departures for Stratford to Cardiff coaches for today, Sunday 22 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:50 Stratford | 5h15 | 17:05 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:25 Stratford | 5h00 | 23:25 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Stratford to Cardiff by train or coach
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Why should you book Stratford to Cardiff coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Stratford to Cardiff.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Stratford to Cardiff.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Stratford to Cardiff.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Stratford to Cardiff.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Stratford to Cardiff
Buses from Stratford to Cardiff run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:40, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 220 km distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 220 km |
Average bus duration 4h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 3h 20m |
First bus 01:40 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Stratford to CardiffYou can travel by bus between Stratford to Cardiff with National Express, 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: Stratford to Cardiff coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stratford 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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stratford and Cardiff
- 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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