Train from Stockport to Manchester: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Stockport to Manchester on 24 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
NorthernTrain
Reddish North
Manchester PiccadillyCheapest
NorthernTrain
Levenshulme
Manchester PiccadillyFastest
NorthernTrain
Reddish North
Manchester PiccadillyNo tags
NorthernTrain
Reddish North
Manchester PiccadillyNo tags
NorthernTrain
Reddish North
Manchester PiccadillyNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 01:22 GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Stockport to Manchester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £2, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
20mAverage duration
6 milesDistance
0kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£2 - £10Average duration14m
0kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£2 - £2Average duration20m
0kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Stockport to Manchester by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Stockport to Manchester?

    The cheapest train tickets from Stockport to Manchester start from £2. The average price for this train route is around £4. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Stockport to Manchester?

    The average train journey time from Stockport to Manchester is 14m, covering a distance of 9 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 6m and is operated by Northern.

  3. Which train operators serve the Stockport to Manchester route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 32 trains available per day, including services from Northern, Transport for Wales, Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Stockport to Manchester?

    The earliest train from Stockport to Manchester departs at 07:01. And the latest train departs at 23:34.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Stockport to Manchester?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Northern, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Stockport to Manchester?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Stockport to Manchester?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Transport for Wales, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Stockport to Manchester?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Northern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
21/01
£3
22/01
£3
Today
£3
24/01
£3
25/01
£2
26/01
£3
27/01
£3
28/01
£3
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Stockport to Manchester was searched and found on 25 Jan 2026 with a price of £2

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Stockport to Manchester as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £2 to £10 for a train ticket from Stockport to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £2, which is on 2026-01-25.

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