How to travel from London to Stockport

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Compare train, bus, and flight for London to Stockport

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Stockport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €12 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, while a flight costs an average of €102.

Distance: 156 miles (252 km)

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Driving

€31

Average price

€12

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Cheapest

€102

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€82

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 6m

Average total duration

2h 36m

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30m

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5h 11m

Average total duration

4h 41m

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30m

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3h 5m

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1h 5m

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2h 0m

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4h 20m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Avanti West Coast

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FlixBus

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British Airways

Most popular airline

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The cheapest way to travel from London to Stockport is a bus with an average price of €12.

This is compared to other travel options from London to Stockport:

A bus is €20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Stockport costing on average €31.

A bus is €91 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Stockport costing on average €102.

The fastest way to travel from London to Stockport is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 5m.

Other travel options to Stockport take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 6m.

Bus takes on average 5h 11m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between London and Stockport including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from London to Stockport among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 1h 44m faster (2h 36m by train vs 4h 20m by car) and roughly €50 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€31 vs €82). 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.

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from London to Stockport

How to get from London to Stockport by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from London to Stockport is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:45 PM4h25
    London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
    8:10 PMManchester, Shudehill Interchange
    111One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:45 PM4h25
    London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
    8:10 PMManchester, Shudehill Interchange
    111One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • British AirwaysBA1380
    9:35 PM0h55
    London Heathrow Airport
    10:30 PMManchester Airport
    2201One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • West Midlands TrainsC17792 · W70541+Northern RailL89178
    11:46 AM3h53
    London Euston (EUS)
    3:39 PMStockport station (SPT)
    121One-way
    2 transfers
  • West Midlands TrainsC17878 · W70521+Northern RailL89208
    9:46 AM3h53
    London Euston (EUS)
    1:39 PMStockport station (SPT)
    171One-way
    2 transfers
  • West Midlands TrainsC17953 · W70488+Northern RailL89194
    6:43 AM3h56
    London Euston (EUS)
    10:39 AMStockport station (SPT)
    251One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:00 PM5h10
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    8:10 PMManchester, Shudehill Interchange
    111One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:10 PM3h55
    London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
    5:05 PMManchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
    111One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:40 PM4h00
    London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
    6:40 PMManchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
    111One-way
    0 transfers
  • British AirwaysBA1378
    8:40 PM0h55
    London Heathrow Airport
    9:35 PMManchester Airport
    2201One-way
    0 transfers
  • British AirwaysBA1358
    6:45 AM1h00
    London Heathrow Airport
    7:45 AMManchester Airport
    2201One-way
    0 transfers
  • British AirwaysBA1370
    6:15 PM1h00
    London Heathrow Airport
    7:15 PMManchester Airport
    2201One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from London to Stockport

Travel to Stockport easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London to Stockport.

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There are 3 options to travel between London and Stockport including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from London to Stockport is a bus with an average price of €12.

This is compared to other travel options from London to Stockport:

A bus is €20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Stockport costing on average €31.

A bus is €91 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Stockport costing on average €102.

The fastest way to travel from London to Stockport is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 5m.

Other travel options to Stockport take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 6m.

Bus takes on average 5h 11m.

The distance from London to Stockport is approximately 156 miles (252 km).
The average frequency per day from London to Stockport is:
  • Around 41 buses per day.
  • Around 14 flights per day.
  • Around 10 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between London and Stockport as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from London to Stockport:
  • Flights mostly depart from London Heathrow Airport and arrive in Manchester Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from London Euston (EUS) and arrive in Stockport station (SPT).
  • Buses mostly depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Manchester, Shudehill Interchange.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from London to Stockport, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with British Airways to go to Stockport by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Megabus, National Express to go to Stockport by bus.
  • Travel with Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, East Midlands Railway, Lumo, CrossCountry to go to Stockport by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from London to Stockport with the following travel companies:
  • 7 direct flights per day with British Airways.
  • 37 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Megabus.
  • 6 direct trains per day with Avanti West Coast.
Omio customers who travel from London to Stockport often also extend their vacation to go to London Euston (EUS), Sheffield, Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), Liverpool, Leeds. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Stockport and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Stockport to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Stockport's main attractions, including the historic Stockport Viaduct, Bramall Hall, and the Hat Works Museum, while also enjoying local dining and shopping experiences.

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