Cheapest month
Up to 26%The cheapest time to travel is April (€17.42); the most expensive is December (€21.89).
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The journey from Stockport to Cardiff is about 225 km. On average a bus trip takes 2h 31m with 14 connections per day.
| Lowest price | €9,010.36 |
|---|---|
| Trip duration | 2h 31m |
| Connections per day | 14 |
| Lowest price | €9,010.36 |
| Highest price | €11,713.30 |
| First departure | 04:10 AM |
| Last departure | 11:30 PM |
| Distance | 225 km |
| Departure | Stockport |
| Arrival | Cardiff |
| Travel operator | National Express National Express |
These tips come from historical prices — how the average fare changes with how far ahead you book and the month you travel.
Short takeaways based on median fares from Virail searches on this route — useful for seasonality and longer-run trends.
According to Virail’s historical fare data, April is typically the cheapest month to travel from Stockport to Cardiff by bus, with medians around €17.42 versus about €21.89 in December (roughly a 26% swing).
The cheapest time to travel is April (€17.42); the most expensive is December (€21.89).
Compare average prices by month and book when it suits you.
Learn more about carriers on this route.
National Express is a British multinational public transport company that operates bus, and rail services in the UK, Europe, North Africa, and North America. The company was founded in 1972 and has its headquarters in Birmingham, UK. National Express operates a fleet of over 1,600 buses, serving over 900 destinations across the UK. The company also operates rail services in the UK, including the East Anglia franchise.
Learn more about the services available on board each carrier on this route.
National Express allows two 20kg suitcases and one piece of hand luggage. Hard cases and wheeled bags must be stored in the hold. Extra and oversized luggage can be added for a fee. Pushchairs and buggies are stored for free.
Passengers can bring drinks (with safety lids) and cold food on National Express buses. No hot or strong-smelling food is allowed. Long journeys have refreshment stops.
Free Wi-Fi is available for browsing and social media on National Express buses. Additionally, the VUER entertainment service offers free access to TV shows, news, sports, and games on core routes.
USB ports are available at each seat on National Express for charging devices.
Assistance is provided for passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility, with continual improvements based on feedback on National Express buses.
A bus ticket from Stockport to Cardiff costs €9,951.28. Prices vary by how far ahead you book and the time of day. Tickets start from €9,010.36.
The cheapest ticket from Stockport to Cardiff costs €9,010.36. Book as early as possible and avoid peak times.
Stockport and Cardiff are 225 km apart.
The journey from Stockport to Cardiff takes about 2h 31m on average. The fastest option takes 1h 10m.
This route is served by 1 operators: National Express.
There are about 14 connections per day from Stockport to Cardiff.
The first bus from Stockport to Cardiff leaves at 04:10 AM. Check times on your travel date.
The last bus from Stockport to Cardiff leaves at 11:30 PM. Check times on your travel date.
We recommend booking as early as possible. The bus we found costs €9,010.36 but prices can change.
There are about 14 direct connections from Stockport to Cardiff.
The shortest bus journey between Stockport and Cardiff takes 1h 10m.
Yes, there is a direct bus between Stockport and Cardiff.
The bus journey from Stockport to Cardiff generates 20 kg of CO₂.
According to Virail’s historical fare data, April is typically the cheapest month, with medians around €17.42, while December is among the most expensive (about €21.89).