The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Stockport
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$15
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 52 m
Buses per day
51
Distance
252 km
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 $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 51 buses that leave London for Stockport on Wed, Jun 17, 44 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct buses cover the 252 km distance in an average of 3 h 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 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.
FlixBus11:00 AM4h45London, Victoria Coach Station3:45 PMManchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East$101One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:40 PM4h10London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)12:50 AMManchester, Shudehill Interchange$101One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:45 PM4h25London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)8:10 PMManchester, Shudehill Interchange$101One-way0 transfers
FlixBus2:40 PM4h20London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)7:00 PMManchester, Shudehill Interchange$101One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:30 AM4h50London, Victoria Coach Station4:20 PMManchester, Shudehill Interchange$101One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:30 PM3h40London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)11:10 PMManchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East$131One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:10 PM3h50London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)10:00 PMManchester, Shudehill Interchange$151One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:40 AM3h55London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)11:35 AMManchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East$131One-way0 transfers
FlixBus1:10 PM3h55London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)5:05 PMManchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East$101One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:30 PM4h00London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)11:30 PMManchester, Shudehill Interchange$131One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for London to Stockport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Stockport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a flight costs an average of $74.
Distance: 156 miles (252 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$15 Average price Cheapest | $63 Average price | $222 Average price | $100 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 11m Average total duration 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Stockport:
A bus is $48 (€39) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Stockport costing on average $63 (€51).
A bus is $207 (€168) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Stockport costing on average $222 (€180).
Other travel options to Stockport take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 41m.
Bus takes on average 4h 55m.
Tickets start at around $15 (€12) compared to roughly $100 (€81) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $85 (€69). The journey takes 4h 55m versus 4h 20m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, Megabus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
London to Stockport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 6h11 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $20 |
Live departures
London to Stockport bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Stockport buses for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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 | 5h00 | 12:00 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h35 | 11:35 AM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:05 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 6h10 | 1:15 PM Manchester, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:40 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 3h55 | 11:35 AM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:40 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h20 | 12:00 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h20 | 3:50 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 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 | 5h10 | 4:10 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h45 | 3:45 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 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) | 4h30 | 4:10 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 | 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) | 4h20 | 5:30 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:10 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 3h55 | 5:05 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 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) | 4h20 | 7:00 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:40 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h00 | 6:40 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 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 | 3:40 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 | 4h40 | 8:40 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h00 | 9:00 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
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 | 4h10 | 11:10 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h30 | 11:30 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 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 | 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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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Stockport
Buses from London to Stockport run on average 36 times per day, taking around 4h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 33 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 50m.
Distance 156 miles (252 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 36 |
Direct buses 33 |
Fastest bus 3h 50m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, National Express, Megabus from London to StockportYou can travel by bus between London to Stockport with FlixBus, National Express, Megabus for as low as $10 (€8). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from London to Stockport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Stockport by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Stockport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- 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).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- 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
Popular bus stations from London to Stockport
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
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