- 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
Kč2345
Average price
Kč4571
Fastest journey
3 h 21 m
Average duration
3 h 21 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
290 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Stockport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Stockport will cost around Kč4571 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only Kč2345.
It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to Stockport without transferring at least once.










Trains from Edinburgh to Stockport run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at Kč1493 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 180 miles (290 km) distance in 3h 51m.
Distance 180 miles (290 km) |
Average train duration 3h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price Kč1493 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 51m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
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Best time to book 21 days |
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Stockport trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:17 AM Edinburgh | 3h21 | 9:38 AM Stockport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:57 AM Edinburgh | 3h37 | 10:34 AM Stockport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:16 AM Edinburgh | 3h22 | 11:38 AM Stockport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:59 AM Edinburgh | 3h35 | 12:34 PM Stockport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:17 AM Edinburgh | 3h21 | 1:38 PM Stockport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:58 AM Edinburgh | 3h36 | 2:34 PM Stockport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:17 PM Edinburgh | 3h21 | 3:38 PM Stockport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:58 PM Edinburgh | 3h36 | 4:34 PM Stockport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:17 PM Edinburgh | 3h21 | 5:38 PM Stockport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:57 PM Edinburgh | 3h37 | 6:34 PM Stockport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:17 PM Edinburgh | 3h21 | 7:38 PM Stockport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:57 PM Edinburgh | 3h37 | 8:34 PM Stockport | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:17 PM Edinburgh | 3h21 | 9:38 PM Stockport | 1 transfer | |
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Stockport trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Stockport station pair, with some services arriving at Heald Green. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Stockport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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: 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.
Heald Green is 6 km from Stockport city centre. Public transport options include:
Heald Green has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Heald Green.
Ticket office support is available at Heald Green.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heald Green: Parking.
Available at Heald Green: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heald Green: 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 - platform 1 is accessed from the car park, platform 2 is accessed via a long ramp, 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Brinnington is 2 km from Stockport city centre. Public transport options include:
Brinnington has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink options are available at Brinnington.
Ticket office support is available at Brinnington.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brinnington: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brinnington: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, To Manchester : Level access to the ticket hall through a turnstile or gate but from there it is stepped access, down a stepped ramped path (35 paces, 1:6 slope) onto the platform. To Sheffield level access to the ticket hall through a turnstile or gate, turn left and walk 39 paces, turn right down a steppedramped path (35 paces, 1:6 slope) onto the platform, Accessible ticket machines: There are 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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