- Must visit
Hat Works Museum
Historic hatting factory museum explaining Stockport’s global hat-making heritage. Includes restored machinery and an atmospheric factory floor.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Stockport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Stockport will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
On Sat, Oct 31, we found 54 buses from London to Stockport, including 44 direct services.
On Sat, Oct 31 the direct buses cover the 252 km distance in an average of 3 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
On Sat, Oct 31 the slowest buses will take 4 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.
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Buses from London to Stockport run on average 46 times per day, taking around 4h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 if you book in advance.
There are 41 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:56. The fastest bus covers the 156 miles (252 km) distance in 3h 40m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from London to Stockport.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 5h51 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
The table below shows live departures for London to Stockport buses for today, Friday, October 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 AM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 6h45 | 1:15 PM Manchester, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h20 | 11:20 AM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h40 | 11:40 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:05 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 6h10 | 1:15 PM Manchester, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 3h50 | 11:20 AM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h10 | 11:40 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h50 | 12:50 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:35 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h15 | 12:50 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h50 | 2:20 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h20 | 3:50 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:05 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h15 | 2:20 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h30 | 4:00 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h30 | 4:00 PM Manchester, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h45 | 3:45 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h10 | 4:10 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:10 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h50 | 4:00 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h50 | 4:00 PM Manchester, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h50 | 4:20 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:40 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h05 | 3:45 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:40 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h30 | 4:10 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:10 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h10 | 4:20 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h00 | 5:30 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h35 | 5:05 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:40 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 6h15 | 6:55 PM Manchester, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:10 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 3h55 | 5:05 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:10 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h20 | 5:30 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h00 | 7:00 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h40 | 6:40 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:40 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h00 | 6:40 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:40 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h20 | 7:00 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h10 | 8:10 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h25 | 8:25 PM Manchester, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h05 | 9:35 PM Manchester, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:40 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h45 | 8:25 PM Manchester, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:45 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h25 | 8:10 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h00 | 9:00 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h40 | 8:40 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:10 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 5h25 | 9:35 PM Manchester, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:40 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h00 | 8:40 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:40 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h20 | 9:00 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h30 | 10:00 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:10 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 3h50 | 10:00 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h30 | 11:30 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h10 | 11:10 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h00 | 11:30 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 3h40 | 11:10 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h50 | 12:50 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:40 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h10 | 12:50 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h00 | 2:00 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h30 | 2:00 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 5h30 | 5:25 AM Manchester, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:59 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h11 | 6:10 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:59 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h26 | 5:25 AM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:59 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h51 | 5:50 AM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Historic hatting factory museum explaining Stockport’s global hat-making heritage. Includes restored machinery and an atmospheric factory floor.
Medieval timber-framed manor house museum with furnished rooms, decorative schemes, and stories of centuries of local family life.
Museum exploring civilian wartime life inside underground sandstone tunnels. Guided visits make this one of the area’s most memorable history sites.
Historic quarter of lanes, independent shops, steps, and old buildings. It is the heart of Stockport’s revived old town atmosphere.
Canal basin and lock flight area known for waterside walks and industrial scenery. A favourite local spot for gentle exploration.
Revitalised historic marketplace framed by heritage buildings, events, and public space. A great base for exploring the old town.
A hearty baked pie of minced beef and onion in shortcrust pastry, long associated with Greater Manchester chip shops and football match days.
A savoury pudding of minced beef and onion steamed inside suet pastry, a classic from the wider Manchester area and a staple comfort food.
Slow-cooked corned beef layered with sliced potatoes and onions, baked until golden. A homely North West dish common in local family cooking.
Historic riverside restaurant at Goyt Mill, noted for modern British cooking and a special-occasion atmosphere in Marple Bridge near Stockport.
Long-running neighbourhood restaurant in Heaton Moor serving refined Mediterranean and European dishes in a smart but relaxed setting.
Established pub and dining room in central Stockport, known for polished British cooking, cask ales and a historic market setting.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels are often cheaper than central Manchester, while dining and local transport are fairly typical for North West England.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafe tipping is not expected, but small change is appreciated.
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Most London to Stockport buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Stockport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.