What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Stockport?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Stockport is to bus which costs £28 - £70 and takes 5h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Stockport?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Stockport is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs £40 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Stockport?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Stockport. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Stockport Interchange via Birmingham Coach Station and Manchester Airport The Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Stockport?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Stockport. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Stockport?

The distance between Cardiff and Stockport is 164 miles. The road distance is 178.8 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Stockport without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Stockport without a car is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs £40 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Stockport?

The train from Cardiff Central to Stockport takes 3h 6m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Stockport bus from?

Cardiff to Stockport bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Stockport train from?

Cardiff to Stockport train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Stockport?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Stockport is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £70 and takes 5h 27m.

Where does the Cardiff to Stockport bus arrive?

Cardiff to Stockport bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Stockport train arrive?

Cardiff to Stockport train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Stockport station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Stockport?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Stockport is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Cardiff to Stockport.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Stockport?

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Where can I stay near Stockport?

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Cardiff to Stockport - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Stockport by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to StockportCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 6m
£40–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Airport The Station120 / ...
5h 27m
£28–69
Drive 177.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Stockport177.7 mi
3h 20m
£45–65
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Manchester Airport (MAN)BRS - MAN
5h 42m
£82–189
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New StreetCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to StockportBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 41m
£53–156

Cardiff to Stockport by train

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Distance: 162.8 mi
Duration: 3h 6m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Stockport, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Stockport hourly. Tickets cost £40–110 and the journey takes 3h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Stockport Interchange via Birmingham Coach Station and Manchester Airport The Station in around 5h 27m.

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