- Must visit
The British Museum
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Cheapest price
$58
Average price
$164
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
1 h 56 m
Trains per day
39
Distance
252 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stockport to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stockport to London will cost around $164 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $58.
Of the 39 trains that leave Stockport for London on Wed, Jul 22, 27 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 22 the direct trains cover the 252 km distance in an average of 1 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
On Wed, Jul 22 the slowest trains will take 1 h 57 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.
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W33893Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stockport to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a flight costs an average of $87.
Distance: 156 miles (252 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$97 Average price | $15 Average price Cheapest | $210 Average price | $98 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 7m Average total duration 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration 5h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Stockport to London:
A bus is $81 (€67) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stockport to London costing on average $97 (€79).
A bus is $195 (€160) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stockport to London costing on average $210 (€173).
Other travel options to London take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 37m.
Bus takes on average 5h 1m.
The journey is about 1h 22m faster (2h 37m by train vs 3h 59m by car) and roughly $2 (€2) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($97 (€79) vs $98 (€81)). 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.
Direct services run with Avanti West Coast.
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 Stockport to London trains for today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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W33917+ G38890 | Delayed 5:23 PM 5:39 PMStockport station (SPT) | 2h24 | 8:03 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
W34121+ G38892 | 6:39 PM Stockport station (SPT) | 2h24 | 9:03 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
W34242 | 6:44 PM Stockport station (SPT) | 1h57 | 8:41 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34178 | On time 7:04 PM Stockport station (SPT) | 2h09 | 9:13 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33887 | On time 7:24 PM Stockport station (SPT) | 2h10 | 9:34 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34166+ W44838 | On time 7:39 PM Stockport station (SPT) | 2h26 | 10:05 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
W34161 | 8:04 PM Stockport station (SPT) | 2h10 | 10:14 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34080 | 8:24 PM Stockport station (SPT) | 2h07 | 10:31 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, July 22 | |||||
W33932 | 6:04 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 2h10 | 8:14 AM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34018 | 6:24 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 2h00 | 8:24 AM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G38866+ C00568 | 6:37 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 2h51 | 9:28 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
W33953 | 6:40 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 2h01 | 8:41 AM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33947 | 7:04 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 2h05 | 9:09 AM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34218 | 7:09 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 1h50 | 8:59 AM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34117 | 7:24 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 2h07 | 9:31 AM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84653+ W70775 | 7:25 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 3h14 | 10:39 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
G38868+ W33878 | 7:39 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 2h24 | 10:03 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
W34111 | 7:44 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 2h00 | 9:44 AM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C04344 · C21663 | 7:55 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 3h14 | 11:09 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
W33952 | 8:24 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 2h03 | 10:27 AM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84658+ W70781 | 8:25 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 3h11 | 11:36 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1 transfer | |
G38870+ W34170 | 8:39 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 2h24 | 11:03 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
W34104 | 8:44 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 1h57 | 10:41 AM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33888 | 9:04 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 2h05 | 11:09 AM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34134 | 9:24 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 2h03 | 11:27 AM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G38873+ W34119 | 9:39 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 2h24 | 12:03 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
W33893 | 9:44 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 1h57 | 11:41 AM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34090 | 10:04 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 2h05 | 12:09 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33896 | 10:24 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 2h03 | 12:27 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33975 | 12:04 PM Stockport station (SPT) | 2h05 | 2:09 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W29877+ W33934 | 12:13 PM Stockport station (SPT) | 2h22 | 2:35 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
G38878+ W33894 | 12:39 PM Stockport station (SPT) | 2h24 | 3:03 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
W33925 | 12:44 PM Stockport station (SPT) | 1h57 | 2:41 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34031 | 1:04 PM Stockport station (SPT) | 2h05 | 3:09 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34270 | 1:24 PM Stockport station (SPT) | 2h03 | 3:27 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34285 | 5:04 PM Stockport station (SPT) | 2h05 | 7:09 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34125 | 5:24 PM Stockport station (SPT) | 2h03 | 7:27 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G38890+ W33917 | 5:39 PM Stockport station (SPT) | 2h24 | 8:03 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
W33929 | 5:44 PM Stockport station (SPT) | 2h03 | 7:47 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C01296 | 6:04 PM Stockport station (SPT) | 2h07 | 8:11 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Stockport to London run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:39, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 156 miles (252 km) distance in 1h 57m.
Distance 156 miles (252 km) |
Average train duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 57m |
First train 12:39 AM |
Last train 11:38 PM |
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Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Leading art museum on Trafalgar Square with masterpieces from Van Gogh, Turner and da Vinci. Free and internationally renowned.
Grand museum of art, design and performance with fashion, sculpture and decorative arts collections in South Kensington.
Lively riverside stretch linking major landmarks, markets and cultural venues. Ideal for walking, views and people-watching.
Large royal park with the Serpentine, rose gardens and broad lawns. Excellent for relaxing, boating and central green space.
Historic Greenwich riverside district with maritime heritage, market streets and hilltop views near major cultural landmarks.
Classic English fish fried in batter with chips. A London staple tied to the city’s working-class food culture and best eaten fresh with salt and vinegar.
Slow-cooked beef, carrots, onions and herbs under a suet pastry lid. A comforting British pie long associated with London pubs and Sunday meals.
A full cooked breakfast with eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms and toast. A traditional morning meal served across London cafes and hotels.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant by Heston Blumenthal showcasing historic British dishes in an elegant, high-end Knightsbridge room.
Well-known pub serving excellent pies, ales and British mains in a relaxed, polished gastropub setting near Victoria Park.
Historic Covent Garden restaurant famous for classic British pies in a lively, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Very costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and transit are pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks, especially in central areas.
Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: optional small change or none.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stockport to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Stockport to London trains use the Stockport to London Euston station pair, with some services arriving at London Kings Cross. Use this guide to compare Stockport and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 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.
Heaton Chapel is 2 km from Stockport city centre. Public transport options include:
Heaton Chapel has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Heaton Chapel.
Ticket office support is available at Heaton Chapel.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heaton Chapel: Parking.
Available at Heaton Chapel: Bike Parking.
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.
London Euston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, 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, Caffè Nero, Nando's, The Signal Box, Delice de France, Tortilla, Starbucks, AMT Coffee, Upper Crust, Camden Food Co., & many more
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00, Sat: 06:00 - 23:00, Sun: 07:00 - 00:00. Information desks are located near the center of the station's main concourse.
Luggage storage is excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Euston: Taxis, WC.
Available at London Euston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Euston: Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Euston, The Wesley Euston Hotel, Travelodge London Central Euston.
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
London St Pancras International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs
Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.
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