- 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
€44
Average price
€51
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
4 h 7 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 €51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €44.
Of the 3 trains that leave Glasgow for Stockport on Mon, Aug 24, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 24 the direct trains cover the 305 km distance in an average of 4 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
On Mon, Aug 24 the slowest trains will take 4 h 51 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.






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 €20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a flight costs an average of €120.
Distance: 189 miles (305 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€52 Average price | €25 Average price Cheapest | €135 Average price | €102 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 5m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration 4h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 23m Average total duration Fastest 3h 23m 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 €27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Stockport costing on average €52.
A bus is €110 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow to Stockport costing on average €135.
Other travel options to Stockport take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 35m.
Bus takes on average 4h 11m.
The journey is about 15m faster (3h 35m by train vs 3h 50m by car) and roughly €50 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€52 vs €102). 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.
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Stockport trains for today, Sunday, August 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:16 AM Glasgow | 3h47 | 1:03 PM Stockport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:13 AM Glasgow | 4h02 | 2:15 PM Stockport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 €33 but you can travel from only €20 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 €33 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 40m |
First train 12:26 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
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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 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.

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.
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 options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
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 storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
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 options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Garrowhill is 8 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Garrowhill.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Garrowhill: Parking.
Available at Garrowhill: Bike Parking.
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.
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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