- 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 19
lei91
Average ticket price on Sep 19
lei96
Fastest journey on Sep 19
1 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
1 h 30 m
Trains on Sep 19
2
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Stockport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Stockport will cost around lei96 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only lei91.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 2 trains from Liverpool to Stockport, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 54 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 1 h 55 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 Liverpool to Stockport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of lei36 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 32m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of lei36, while a train costs an average of lei90.
Distance: 33 miles (54 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
lei90 Average price | lei36 Average price Cheapest | lei72 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool to Stockport:
A bus is lei54 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool to Stockport costing on average lei90.
Other travel options to Stockport take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 5m.
Tickets start at around lei90 compared to roughly lei72 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about lei-18.00. The journey takes 1h 2m versus 57m 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 Liverpool to Stockport trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:19 AM Liverpool | 1h05 | 9:24 AM Stockport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:22 PM Liverpool | 1h55 | 8:17 PM Stockport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Liverpool to Stockport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at lei40 but you can travel from only lei25 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:37, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 33 miles (54 km) distance in 46m.
Distance 33 miles (54 km) |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price lei40 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 1:37 AM |
Last train 11:36 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 Liverpool 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 Liverpool to Stockport trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Stockport station pair, with some services arriving at Heald Green. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Stockport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Liverpool Lime Street 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: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Liverpool South Parkway is 8 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool South Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool South Parkway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Parking, WC.
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool South Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms are accessible via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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.
Moorfields has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Moorfields.
Wi-Fi is available at Moorfields. ATMs are available at Moorfields.
Ticket office support is available at Moorfields. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Moorfields: Parking, WC.
Available at Moorfields: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Moorfields: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms via Moorfields entrance are accessible via lifts. However the Old Hall Street entrance has no disabled access, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, 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.
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.
Reddish North is 4 km from Stockport city centre. Public transport options include:
Reddish North has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink options are available at Reddish North.
Ticket office support is available at Reddish North.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Reddish North: Parking.
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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