- Must visit
Hat Works Museum
A local history museum exploring Stockport’s famous hatting industry with working machinery, displays and underground features.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Atherton to Stockport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Atherton to Stockport and enjoy the approximately 26 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 01:37, the last at 23:20.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 26 km |
Average train duration 37m |
Trains per day 2 |
First train 1:37 |
Last train 23:20 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Northern Rail from Atherton to Stockport trainsNorthern Rail trains will get you between Atherton and Stockport. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 31m
Cheapest Price
£8
Northern Rail frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Complete guide to Stockport
Things to do in Stockport
Discover the best of Stockport — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Stockport trip today.
- Recommended
Stockport Air Raid Shelters
An air-raid shelter museum in tunnels beneath the town centre, explaining civilian life during the Second World War.
- Recommended
Staircase House
A historic late medieval townhouse with period rooms and exhibits that bring centuries of domestic life in Stockport to life.
- Must visit
Stockport Old Town
The historic hilltop core of Stockport, with old buildings, independent businesses, cobbles and easy access to key heritage sites.
- Recommended
Vernon Park
A public park with formal gardens, a boating lake, woodland walks and wide views, popular for relaxed outdoor time.
- Recommended
Underbank
A broad central shopping and civic street linking major town-centre sights, useful for architecture, events and everyday local life.
- Vegetarian
Manchester muffin
A soft white flour bap from nearby Manchester, often served with chips and gravy. It is a classic Greater Manchester comfort food and chip shop staple.
- Gluten-free
Tripe
Tripe, usually beef stomach, traditionally cooked and sold by tripe dressers across Lancashire and Greater Manchester. It reflects the area’s historic working-class food culture.
Steak and kidney pudding
A hearty steak and kidney pudding steamed in suet pastry. Long associated with North-West England, it is a pub and home-cooking favourite around Stockport.
Where The Light Gets In
Stylish restaurant in Stockport Market Place serving seasonal small plates and modern British cooking in a relaxed setting.
Bombay to Mumbai
Well-known local Indian restaurant praised for curries, grilled dishes and friendly service in a comfortable casual dining room.
Stockport Produce Hall
Historic market hall venue with a range of independent food traders, bars and casual dining in a lively communal atmosphere.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are often cheaper than central Manchester or London, while local rail and bus costs remain manageable for most visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up in taxis. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually just small change.
Bee Network
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2
- Day pass
- £6
To the city centre
Stockport Station -> Stockport Bus Station
- Distance
- 1.2 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Contactless tap and go works on Bee Network buses and trams. Use the same card or device for every journey to get the daily cap.
- Stockport Bus Station is about a 15-minute walk from Stockport Station. Buy tickets before travel or tap in correctly to avoid penalty fares.
FAQs: Atherton to Stockport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Atherton 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.
The train distance from Atherton to Stockport is 26 km.
The first train from Atherton to Stockport leaves at 1:37.
The last train from Atherton to Stockport departs at 23:20.
Trains from Atherton to Stockport run approximately 2 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Atherton to Stockport.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Atherton to Stockport.
To travel from Atherton to Stockport, you can take a .
There is no night train service from Atherton to Stockport.
The train station in Atherton that goes to Stockport is Atherton station (ATN), and it arrives at Stockport station (SPT).
Booking trains from Atherton to Stockport in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Atherton to Stockport is primarily urban and suburban, passing through industrial areas and residential neighbourhoods, so it is not particularly scenic.
A stay of 1 to 2 days is typically sufficient to explore Stockport's key attractions, such as the Stockport Air Raid Shelters, Staircase House, and the Hat Works Museum.
Yes, you can take the train from Atherton to Stockport.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Atherton and Stockport
Most Atherton to Stockport trains use the Atherton to Stockport station pair, with some services arriving at Reddish North. Use this guide to compare Atherton and Stockport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Atherton
Arrival train stations in Stockport
Which Atherton station do trains to Stockport leave from?
Trains from Atherton to Stockport leave from Atherton. The station is 1 km from Atherton city centre at Atherton station, Upton Road, Atherton, Lancashire, M46 9RH.
AthertonAtherton station, Upton Road, Atherton, Lancashire, M46 9RH+44 8454014015
City-centre transport
Getting to Atherton from Atherton city centre
Atherton is 1 km from Atherton city centre. Public transport options include:
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesPick Up / Drop Off outside station booking office entrance.
MetroGMPTE 0161 228 7811
Atherton train station facilities and services
Atherton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Atherton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Atherton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Atherton: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Atherton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Atherton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Lift access to platforms available from the first to the last train, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.
Hag FoldHag Fold station, Spa Road, Hag Fold, Greater Manchester, M46 9WX
City-centre transport
Getting to Hag Fold from Atherton city centre
Hag Fold is 1 km from Atherton city centre. Public transport options include:
Onward travel informationOn Spa Road for buses to Bolton or Atherton. Busline 0870 608 2608
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesPick Up / Drop Off at bus stops under railway bridge. (Station side for Wigan, opposite side for Manchester)
MetroGMPTE 0161 608 2608
Hag Fold train station facilities and services
Hag Fold has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hag Fold.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hag Fold: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hag Fold: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Services towards Manchester: Up a ramp (11 paces, 1:10 slope) then up a further ramp (79 paces, average 1:20 slope) onto the platform. Services towards Wigan :Through a 3ft gate, up a ramp (104 paces, average 1:20 slope) onto the platform, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Stockport station do trains from Atherton arrive at?
Trains from Atherton to Stockport most often arrive at Stockport. Some services arrive at Reddish North, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Stockport arrival station.
StockportStockport station, Grand Central Way, Stockport, Cheshire, SK3 9HZ+44 8450507080
City-centre transport
Getting to Stockport from Stockport city centre
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesRail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station.
Stockport 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
Food and drink options are available at Stockport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Stockport.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stockport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stockport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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 NorthReddish North station, Gorton Road, Reddish, Greater Manchester, SK5 6RS
City-centre transport
Getting to Reddish North from Stockport city centre
Reddish North is 4 km from Stockport city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus203 · 14m · £2 · every ~22 min
203 · 17m · £2 · every ~22 min
203 · 18m · £2 · every ~22 min
Reddish North train station facilities and services
Reddish North has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reddish North.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reddish North.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reddish North: Parking.
Accessibility
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 GreenHeald Green station, Finney Lane, Heald Green, Cheshire, SK8 3DY+44 8002006060
City-centre transport
Getting to Heald Green from Stockport city centre
Heald Green is 6 km from Stockport city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainManchester Piccadilly - Manchester Airport, Liverpool Lime Street - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Crewe, Blackpool North - Manchester Airport, Windermere - Manchester Airport, Corkickle - Manchester Airport, Barrow-in-Furness - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Wilmslow, Lancaster - Manchester Airport, Manchester Oxford Road - Manchester Airport · 5m · £2 · every ~4 min
Bus368 · 26m · £2 · every ~12 min
Heald Green train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Heald Green.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heald Green.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heald Green: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Heald Green: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
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