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Science and Industry Museum
Leading museum of science, industry, transport, and computing on a historic railway site. Essential for understanding Manchester's global impact.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stockport to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stockport to Manchester will cost around $6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
On Fri, Oct 30, we found 25 trains from Stockport to Manchester, including 25 direct services.
On Fri, Oct 30 the direct trains cover the 10 km distance in an average of 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 m .
On Fri, Oct 30 the slowest trains will take 8 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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Trains from Stockport to Manchester run on average 12 times per day, taking around 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $3 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 6 miles (10 km) distance in 10m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Stockport to Manchester.
The table below shows live departures for Stockport to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Friday, October 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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G38943 | 8:01 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 0h12 | 8:13 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C32010 | 8:02 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 0h14 | 8:16 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L89019 | 8:10 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 0h09 | 8:19 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L89184 | 8:12 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 0h12 | 8:24 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34065 | 8:17 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 0h08 | 8:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00779 | 8:20 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 0h09 | 8:29 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C04439 | 8:26 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 0h09 | 8:35 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L89072 | 8:26 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 0h16 | 8:42 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C32017 | 8:33 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 0h15 | 8:48 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34204 | 8:36 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 0h09 | 8:45 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L89188 | 8:40 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 0h11 | 8:51 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L88980 | 8:48 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 0h14 | 9:02 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00781 | 8:51 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 0h08 | 8:59 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84656 | 8:54 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 0h11 | 9:05 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34175 | 8:57 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 0h08 | 9:05 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G38953 | 3:01 PM Stockport station (SPT) | 0h12 | 3:13 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34074 | 3:10 PM Stockport station (SPT) | 0h09 | 3:19 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L89011 | 3:15 PM Stockport station (SPT) | 0h10 | 3:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00866 | 3:19 PM Stockport station (SPT) | 0h10 | 3:29 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21810 | 3:25 PM Stockport station (SPT) | 0h10 | 3:35 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34129 | 9:36 PM Stockport station (SPT) | 0h08 | 9:44 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L89200 | 9:40 PM Stockport station (SPT) | 0h10 | 9:50 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84734 | 9:54 PM Stockport station (SPT) | 0h11 | 10:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34042 | 9:57 PM Stockport station (SPT) | 0h08 | 10:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C32174 | 10:01 PM Stockport station (SPT) | 0h14 | 10:15 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Stockport to Manchester with Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, and Transpennine Express. High-speed trains available on this route with Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, and Avanti West Coast. Regional trains available on this route with Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, and East Midlands Railway. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Leading museum of science, industry, transport, and computing on a historic railway site. Essential for understanding Manchester's global impact.
Major art museum with Pre-Raphaelite works, design, and changing exhibitions. A central cultural stop with broad appeal.
The University of Manchester museum spans dinosaurs, Egypt, nature, and anthropology. Recently renewed and excellent for varied interests.
Historic canal-side district with Roman remains, warehouses, and walkable towpaths. One of Manchester's most atmospheric urban areas.
Central square framed by grand civic buildings, museums, and monuments. A classic starting point for exploring the city centre.
Creative quarter of street art, music history, indie shops, and nightlife. It is one of Manchester's most characterful neighborhoods.
A flaky pastry pie filled with spiced potatoes, onion and often chickpeas. Created by Manchester’s South Asian community and now a city staple.
A comforting Northern pudding of suet pastry filled with beef and onion, traditionally steamed and served with gravy. Common in Greater Manchester pubs.
Manchester’s classic order of battered fish with chips, often served with mushy peas and curry sauce. A long-standing local takeaway favourite.
Iconic market bakery and café known for Manchester tarts, Eccles cakes and hearty lunches. Casual, busy and deeply rooted in local food culture.
Refined modern British fine dining in a restored townhouse. Known for tasting menus, polished service and one of Manchester’s top culinary reputations.
Lively Indian restaurant famous for bold curries, grills and chaat. A long-established Rusholme favourite with a casual, energetic atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK: hotels often cost less than London, while dining and transit are manageable for tourists with many mid-range options.
Service may be included. If not, 10-12.5% in restaurants is common for good service. Round up or add a little for taxis. Cafe tipping is optional.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stockport to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Stockport to Manchester trains use the Stockport to Manchester Piccadilly station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Airport. Use this guide to compare Stockport and Manchester 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.
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.
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.
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, 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.
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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