- Must visit
Hat Works Museum
Historic hatting factory museum explaining Stockport’s global hat-making heritage. Includes restored machinery and an atmospheric factory floor.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$20
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$50
Fastest journey on Sep 20
1 h 36 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
1 h 37 m
Trains on Sep 20
10
Distance
74 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Blackpool to Stockport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackpool to Stockport will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
It's difficult to get from Blackpool to Stockport without transferring at least once.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Blackpool to Stockport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 2m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $28, while a train costs an average of $28.
Distance: 45 miles (74 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$28 Average price Cheapest | $22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $28 (€23) compared to roughly $22 (€18) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-5.15 (€-4.21). The journey takes 1h 32m versus 1h 12m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Blackpool to Stockport trains for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:57 AM Blackpool | 1h47 | 11:44 AM Stockport | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Blackpool to Stockport run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:37, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 45 miles (74 km) distance in 1h 12m.
Distance 45 miles (74 km) |
Average train duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 1h 12m |
First train 1:37 AM |
Last train 11:49 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Discover the best of Stockport — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Stockport trip today.
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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackpool to Stockport by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Stockport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Blackpool to Stockport trains use the Blackpool North to Stockport station pair, with some services arriving at Heaton Chapel. Use this guide to compare Blackpool and Stockport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Blackpool North has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Blackpool North.
Ticket office support is available at Blackpool North.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Blackpool North: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Blackpool North: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Blackpool North: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - Access to station front down 30 metre ramp from Talbot Road, 10 metre ramp or 9 steps from Springfield Road or 16 steps from High Street. Level access from station front onto concourse then through wide doors onto all platforms. There is a dropped kerb access to the station entrance from the Blue Badge car parking spaces, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located Just inside concourse on right hand side, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Blackpool South is 2 km from Blackpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Blackpool South has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Blackpool South.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Blackpool South: Parking.
Available at Blackpool South: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Blackpool South: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Access from Waterloo Road down 40 metre ramp with handrail or 25 steps with rest platform and handrail. A short ramp also gives access from car park, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Layton is 2 km from Blackpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Layton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink options are available at Layton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Layton: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Layton: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Step free access via short ramps onto both platforms from Bispham Road. From car park up a 5 metre ramp and through gateway onto platform. Access between platforms is from Preston platform up 24 steps with rest platform and handrail over walkway and down 22 steps with rest platform and handrail, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Stockport has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Stockport.
ATMs are available at Stockport.
Ticket office support is available at Stockport. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stockport: Parking, WC.
Available at Stockport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stockport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts are available to all platforms via the station subway, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Heaton Chapel is 2 km from Stockport city centre. Public transport options include:
Heaton Chapel has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Heaton Chapel.
Ticket office support is available at Heaton Chapel.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heaton Chapel: Parking.
Available at Heaton Chapel: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heaton Chapel: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Scooter Friendly Station - Services towards Manchester (platform 2) : From Heaton Moor Road, up 1 step into the ticket hall, turn right down 18 steps and then a further 25 steps onto the platform. When the ticket hall is closed use the entrance on Tatton Road North (30 paces from the junction of Heaton Moor Road) down a ramp (63 paces, 1:7 slope) onto the platform. Services towards Stockport (platform 1) : Either use the entrance at the junction of Heaton Moor Road and Edgerton Road North, through a 5ft wide gate and down 41 steps onto the platform, or level access is available 200 paces down Edgerton Road North from Heaton Moor Road along a ramp (26 paces, 1:7 slope) onto the platform, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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