4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Stockport
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$77
Fastest journey
3 h 42 m
Average duration
3 h 56 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
305 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Stockport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Stockport will cost around $77 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 3 trains that leave Glasgow for Stockport on Fri, Jul 10, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 10 the direct trains cover the 305 km distance in an average of 3 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 42 m .
On Fri, Jul 10 the slowest trains will take 4 h 16 m 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.
4:28 AM3h51Glasgow8:19 AMStockport$231One-way0 transfers
9:09 AM3h42Glasgow12:51 PMStockport$921One-way0 transfers- 8:38 AM4h16Glasgow12:54 PMStockport$1151One-way0 transfers
- 9:09 AM3h42Glasgow12:51 PMStockport$921One-way0 transfers
- 4:28 AM3h51Glasgow8:19 AMStockport$231One-way0 transfers
- 8:38 AM4h16Glasgow12:54 PMStockport$1151One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Glasgow to Stockport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Stockport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $22, and a flight costs an average of $195.
Distance: 189 miles (305 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$77 Average price | $35 Average price Cheapest | $258 Average price | $122 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration 4h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 24m Average total duration 5h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Stockport:
A bus is $42 (€35) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Stockport costing on average $77 (€63).
A bus is $223 (€183) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow to Stockport costing on average $258 (€212).
Other travel options to Stockport take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 11m.
Flight takes on average 5h 24m.
The journey is about 15m faster (3h 35m by train vs 3h 50m by car) and roughly $46 (€37) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($77 (€63) vs $122 (€101)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Glasgow to Stockport train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Stockport trains for today, Thursday, July 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 7:00 AM Glasgow | 3h51 | 10:51 AM Stockport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:38 AM Glasgow | 4h16 | 12:54 PM Stockport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:09 AM Glasgow | 3h42 | 12:51 PM Stockport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:07 PM Glasgow | 3h44 | 7:51 PM Stockport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Stockport
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Trains from Glasgow to Stockport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) but you can travel from only $22 (€18) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:26, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 189 miles (305 km) distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 189 miles (305 km) |
Average train duration 3h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 40m |
First train 12:26 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
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Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express from Glasgow to Stockport trainsTranspennine Express, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Glasgow and Stockport from $22 (€18). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Glasgow to Stockport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glasgow to Stockport
Most Glasgow to Stockport trains use the Glasgow Central to Stockport station pair, with some services arriving at Heald Green. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Stockport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Central train station facilities and services
Glasgow Central 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: 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 Information Desk on Concourse, 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.
Getting to Garrowhill from Glasgow city centre
Garrowhill is 8 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Garrowhill train station facilities and services
Garrowhill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Garrowhill.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Garrowhill. 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Garrowhill: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Garrowhill: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Garrowhill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramps to both platforms and connecting footbridge with stairs. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Stockport station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
Getting to Stockport from Stockport city centre
Stockport train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Stockport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Stockport.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stockport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stockport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Heald Green from Stockport city centre
Heald Green is 6 km from Stockport city centre. Public transport options include:
Heald Green train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Heald Green.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heald Green.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heald Green: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Heald Green: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Brinnington from Stockport city centre
Brinnington is 2 km from Stockport city centre. Public transport options include:
Brinnington train station facilities and services
Brinnington has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Brinnington.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brinnington.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brinnington: Parking.
Accessibility
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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