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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Stockport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £30 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 45m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, while a train costs an average of £72.
Distance: 225 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£72 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest | £48 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 42m Average total duration 6h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Cardiff to Stockport, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Cardiff to Stockport:
A coach is £42 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cardiff to Stockport costing on average £72.
Other travel options to Stockport take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 42m.
You'll arrive about 21m sooner (3h 15m by train vs 3h 36m by car). Tickets start at around £72 compared to roughly £48 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
How to get to Stockport from Cardiff by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Cardiff to Stockport is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Stockport are Manchester, Liverpool, Chester, Leeds and Sheffield. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Stockport on Omio.
Manchester is known for its industrial heritage, influential music and deep football culture. Red-brick canalside areas, major museums and lively nightlife give it an energetic northern character.
Liverpool is known for The Beatles, football and a waterfront shaped by its maritime past. Its grand docks, museums and lively city centre give it a proud, creative character.
Chester is known for its Roman walls, medieval streets and the distinctive black-and-white Rows. Compact and walkable, it blends deep history with a relaxed riverside setting and a lively city centre.
Leeds is a major West Yorkshire city known for Victorian arcades, shopping and a lively music scene. Its industrial heritage, regenerated waterfront and large student population give it an energetic but down-to-earth character.
Sheffield is known for its steelmaking heritage, modern music culture and easy access to green space. It feels both urban and outdoorsy, with Victorian buildings, independent venues and the Peak District nearby.
Travel to Stockport easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cardiff to Stockport.
This is compared to other travel options from Cardiff to Stockport:
A coach is £42 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cardiff to Stockport costing on average £72.
Other travel options to Stockport take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 42m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Cardiff and Stockport as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
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