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Hat Works Museum
A local history museum exploring Stockport’s famous hatting industry with working machinery, displays and underground features.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bolton to Stockport
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 02 Nov
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £7
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- £7
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 38 m
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 47 m
- Trains on 02 Nov
- 6
- Distance
- 27 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bolton to Stockport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bolton to Stockport will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Fast trains
To travel from Bolton to Stockport you need to make at least one change.
G89873 · G8594217:36 0h42 Bolton station (BON) 18:18 Stockport station (SPT) £7 1 One-way 1 change- G89823+
G6658717:21 0h50 Bolton station (BON) 18:11 Stockport station (SPT) £7 1 One-way 1 change - G89825+G01039
17:54 0h38 Bolton station (BON) 18:32 Stockport station (SPT) £7 1 One-way 1 change - P24160+
C2158117:58 0h56 Bolton station (BON) 18:54 Stockport station (SPT) £7 1 One-way 1 change - P24160 · L89711+
W8492217:58 0h53 Bolton station (BON) 18:51 Stockport station (SPT) £7 1 One-way 2 changes
- G89825+G01039
17:54 0h38 Bolton station (BON) 18:32 Stockport station (SPT) £7 1 One-way 1 change - G89873 · G85942
17:36 0h42 Bolton station (BON) 18:18 Stockport station (SPT) £7 1 One-way 1 change - G89823+G66587
17:21 0h50 Bolton station (BON) 18:11 Stockport station (SPT) £7 1 One-way 1 change - G89827+G00766
18:21 0h50 Bolton station (BON) 19:11 Stockport station (SPT) £7 1 One-way 1 change - P24160 · L89711+W84922
17:58 0h53 Bolton station (BON) 18:51 Stockport station (SPT) £7 1 One-way 2 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bolton to Stockport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bolton to Stockport run on average 22 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:37, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 27 km distance in 28m.
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 27 km |
Average train duration 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 22 |
Fastest train 28m |
First train 1:37 |
Last train 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
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
Frequently asked questions about your Bolton to Stockport trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Bolton to Stockport.
The cost of a train ticket from Bolton to Stockport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £5, while the average price tends to be around £6.
The train journey from Bolton to Stockport covers a distance of 27 km and takes approximately 28m. Trains run 22 per day.
The train distance from Bolton to Stockport is 27 km.
The first train from Bolton to Stockport leaves at 1:37.
The last train from Bolton to Stockport departs at 23:45.
Trains from Bolton to Stockport run approximately 22 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bolton to Stockport.
Live departures
Bolton to Stockport train times
The table below shows live departures for Bolton to Stockport trains for tomorrow, Monday 2 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G89823+G66587 | 17:21 Bolton station (BON) | 0h50 | 18:11 Stockport station (SPT) | 1 change | |
| G89873 · G85942 | 17:36 Bolton station (BON) | 0h42 | 18:18 Stockport station (SPT) | 1 change | |
| G89825+G01039 | 17:54 Bolton station (BON) | 0h38 | 18:32 Stockport station (SPT) | 1 change | |
| P24160 · L89711+W84922 | 17:58 Bolton station (BON) | 0h53 | 18:51 Stockport station (SPT) | 2 changes | |
| P24160+C21581 | 17:58 Bolton station (BON) | 0h56 | 18:54 Stockport station (SPT) | 1 change | |
| G89827+G00766 | 18:21 Bolton station (BON) | 0h50 | 19:11 Stockport station (SPT) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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 Northern Rail Duration
28m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
£5
Northern Rail frequency
22 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
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Bolton and Stockport
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bolton to Stockport.
There is no night train service from Bolton to Stockport.
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.
Plan your visit to Stockport
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Stockport.
The train journey from Bolton to Stockport offers a mix of urban and suburban views, passing through towns and countryside, which some passengers may find moderately scenic.
FAQs: Bolton to Stockport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolton 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.
Booking trains from Bolton to Stockport in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Bolton to Stockport.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bolton and Stockport
Most Bolton to Stockport trains use the Bolton to Stockport station pair, with some services arriving at Heald Green. Use this guide to compare Bolton and Stockport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Bolton
Arrival train stations in Stockport
Which Bolton station do trains to Stockport leave from?
Trains from Bolton to Stockport leave from Bolton. The station is 1 km from Bolton city centre at Bolton station, Trinity Street, Bolton, Lancashire, BL2 1BE.
BoltonBolton station, Trinity Street, Bolton, Lancashire, BL2 1BE
City-centre transport
Getting to Bolton from Bolton city centre
Bolton is 1 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus576, 535, 525, 526, 507, 561, 562, 575, 527, 534, 537, 541, 533, 480 · 10m · £2 · every ~79 min
125 · 15m · £8 · every ~16 min
Bolton train station facilities and services
Bolton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bolton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bolton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bolton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bolton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bolton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bolton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, this station is scooter friendly, a scooter permit is required for travel, Level access through the ticket barriers to an overpass and via lifts to all platforms. Lifts available from first to last trains, 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: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
LostockLostock station, Rumworth Road, Lostock, Greater Manchester, BL6 4JP+44 8002006060
City-centre transport
Getting to Lostock from Bolton city centre
Lostock is 4 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainManchester Airport - Blackpool North, Manchester Oxford Road - Blackpool North, Manchester Airport - Preston, Bolton - Corkickle, Bolton - Blackpool North, Bolton - Barrow-in-Furness, Bolton - Millom, Bolton - Windermere, Stockport - Blackpool North · 4m · £2 · every ~4 min
Bus905, 930, 520 · 19m · £2 · every ~6 min
576, 575 · 21m · £2 · every ~20 min
Lostock train station facilities and services
Lostock has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lostock.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lostock: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Lostock: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lostock: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Level access from car park (22 paces, 1:12 slope) and Booking office to Bolton/Manchester platform. For services to Preston, separate ramped access (96 paces, 1:10 slope) from Rumworth Road overbridge onto the platform, 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.
Which Stockport station do trains from Bolton arrive at?
Trains from Bolton to Stockport most often arrive at Stockport. Some services arrive at Heald Green, 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.
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.
Train stations for Bolton to Stockport
Check train stations information for Bolton and Stockport, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Bolton that goes to Stockport is Bolton, and it arrives at Stockport.
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