4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Stockport
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
1 h 51 m
Average duration
2 h 3 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
110 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Stockport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Stockport will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 4 trains that leave Leicester for Stockport on Fri, Jul 10, 4 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 110 km distance in an average of 2 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 51 m .
On Fri, Jul 10 the slowest trains will take 2 h 13 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.
6:17 AM1h57Leicester8:14 AMStockport$201One-way0 transfers- 8:18 AM1h51Leicester10:09 AMStockport$371One-way0 transfers
8:38 AM2h12Leicester10:50 AMStockport$451One-way0 transfers- 1:37 PM2h13Leicester3:50 PMStockport$601One-way0 transfers
- 8:18 AM1h51Leicester10:09 AMStockport$371One-way0 transfers
- 6:17 AM1h57Leicester8:14 AMStockport$201One-way0 transfers
- 8:38 AM2h12Leicester10:50 AMStockport$451One-way0 transfers
- 1:37 PM2h13Leicester3:50 PMStockport$601One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leicester to Stockport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Stockport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 68 miles (110 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$52 Average price | $17 Average price Cheapest | $30 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 25m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leicester to Stockport:
A bus is $35 (€28) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leicester to Stockport costing on average $52 (€42).
Other travel options to Stockport take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 55m.
You'll arrive about 21m sooner (1h 48m by train vs 2h 9m by car). Tickets start at around $52 (€42) compared to roughly $30 (€24) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Leicester to Stockport train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:48 AM Leicester | 2h37 | 8:25 AM Stockport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:38 AM Leicester | 2h12 | 10:50 AM Stockport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Stockport
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Trains from Leicester to Stockport run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:05, the last at 22:56. The fastest train covers the 68 miles (110 km) distance in 1h 51m.
Distance 68 miles (110 km) |
Average train duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 51m |
First train 1:05 AM |
Last train 10:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Leicester to Stockport trainsEast Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Leicester and Stockport from $12 (€10). 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 Leicester to Stockport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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 Leicester to Stockport
Most Leicester to Stockport trains use the Leicester to Stockport station pair, with some services arriving at Heaton Chapel. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Stockport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Leicester station do trains to Stockport leave from?
Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre
Leicester train station facilities and services
Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases, 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 toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Stockport station do trains from Leicester 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 Heaton Chapel from Stockport city centre
Heaton Chapel is 2 km from Stockport city centre. Public transport options include:
Heaton Chapel train station facilities and services
Heaton Chapel has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Heaton Chapel.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heaton Chapel.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heaton Chapel: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Heaton Chapel: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Reddish North from Stockport city centre
Reddish North is 4 km from Stockport city centre. Public transport options include:
Reddish North train station facilities and services
Reddish North 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 Reddish North.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reddish North.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reddish North: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reddish North: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, Level access onto platform one through the ticket office or a gate when the ticket office is closed, access onto platform 2 is via steps (20) and an overbridge, 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.
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