4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Stratford to Cardiff
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 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 £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 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 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.
22:303h20Stratford1:50Cardiff£71One-way0 changes
- 22:303h20Stratford1:50Cardiff£71One-way0 changes
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 £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £42.
Distance: 220 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £53 Average Price |
4h 16m Average total duration 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration Fastest 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Stratford to Cardiff bus times
The table below shows live departures for Stratford to Cardiff coaches for today, Wednesday 8 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21:30 Stratford | 3h15 | 0:45 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Stratford to Cardiff by train or coach
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Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of National Express to find the best option for your trip from Stratford to Cardiff.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Stratford to Cardiff
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Buses from Stratford to Cardiff run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 3 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 15m.
Distance 220 km |
Average bus duration 3h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 1:40 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: FlixBus, National Express from Stratford to CardiffYou can travel by bus between Stratford to Cardiff with FlixBus, National Express for as low as £5. 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
Most Stratford to Cardiff buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) station pair, with some services arriving at Cardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB). Use this guide to compare Stratford and Cardiff bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Stratford station do buses to Cardiff leave from?
Getting to London, Stratford City Bus Station from Stratford city centre
London, Stratford City Bus Station bus station facilities and services
London, Stratford City Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Five Guys (in the station), Wahaca (0.2 km), The Real Greek (0.3 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside Westfield Stratford City.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Stratford City Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Stratford City Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Stratford City Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Cardiff, Kingsway (Stop GB) from Cardiff city centre
Getting to Cardiff, Sophia Gardens from Cardiff city centre
Most popular bus connections from Stratford
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