- Must visit
Hat Works Museum
A local history museum exploring Stockport’s famous hatting industry with working machinery, displays and underground features.
Cheapest price
£136
Average price
£196
Fastest journey
3 h 33 m
Average duration
3 h 33 m
Trains per day
36
Distance
318 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Stockport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Stockport will cost around £196 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £136.
To travel from Brighton to Stockport you need to make at least one change.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Stockport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a flight costs an average of £59.
Distance: 318 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£74 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest | £129 Average Price |
3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 31m Average total duration 9h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Stockport trains for tomorrow, Sunday 16 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:28 Brighton | 4h24 | 12:52 Stockport | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:58 Brighton | 4h54 | 13:52 Stockport | 2 changes | |
![]() | 9:22 Brighton | 5h36 | 14:58 Stockport | 2 changes | |
![]() | 9:28 Brighton | 4h11 | 13:39 Stockport | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:58 Brighton | 5h26 | 15:24 Stockport | 3 changes | |
![]() | 10:22 Brighton | 5h36 | 15:58 Stockport | 2 changes | |
![]() | 10:28 Brighton | 3h41 | 14:09 Stockport | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:58 Brighton | 3h36 | 14:34 Stockport | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:22 Brighton | 3h33 | 14:55 Stockport | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:28 Brighton | 3h41 | 15:09 Stockport | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:58 Brighton | 3h36 | 15:34 Stockport | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:22 Brighton | 3h33 | 15:55 Stockport | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:28 Brighton | 3h41 | 16:09 Stockport | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:58 Brighton | 3h36 | 16:34 Stockport | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:22 Brighton | 3h33 | 16:55 Stockport | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:28 Brighton | 3h41 | 17:09 Stockport | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:58 Brighton | 3h36 | 17:34 Stockport | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:22 Brighton | 3h33 | 17:55 Stockport | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:28 Brighton | 3h41 | 18:09 Stockport | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:58 Brighton | 3h36 | 18:34 Stockport | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:22 Brighton | 3h33 | 18:55 Stockport | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:28 Brighton | 3h41 | 19:09 Stockport | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:58 Brighton | 3h36 | 19:34 Stockport | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:22 Brighton | 3h33 | 19:55 Stockport | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:28 Brighton | 3h41 | 20:09 Stockport | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:58 Brighton | 3h36 | 20:34 Stockport | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:22 Brighton | 3h33 | 20:55 Stockport | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:28 Brighton | 3h41 | 21:09 Stockport | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:58 Brighton | 3h35 | 21:33 Stockport | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:22 Brighton | 3h33 | 21:55 Stockport | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:28 Brighton | 3h41 | 22:09 Stockport | 1 change | |
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Trains from Brighton to Stockport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 20:24. The fastest train covers the 318 km distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 318 km |
Average train duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 50m |
First train 4:12 |
Last train 20:24 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 4 days |
Discover the best of Stockport — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Stockport trip today.
A local history museum exploring Stockport’s famous hatting industry with working machinery, displays and underground features.
An air-raid shelter museum in tunnels beneath the town centre, explaining civilian life during the Second World War.
A historic late medieval townhouse with period rooms and exhibits that bring centuries of domestic life in Stockport to life.
The historic hilltop core of Stockport, with old buildings, independent businesses, cobbles and easy access to key heritage sites.
A public park with formal gardens, a boating lake, woodland walks and wide views, popular for relaxed outdoor time.
A broad central shopping and civic street linking major town-centre sights, useful for architecture, events and everyday local life.
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.
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.
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.
Stylish restaurant in Stockport Market Place serving seasonal small plates and modern British cooking in a relaxed setting.
Well-known local Indian restaurant praised for curries, grilled dishes and friendly service in a comfortable casual dining room.
Historic market hall venue with a range of independent food traders, bars and casual dining in a lively communal atmosphere.
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.
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.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton 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.

Most Brighton to Stockport trains use the Brighton to Stockport station pair, with some services arriving at Davenport. Use this guide to compare Brighton and Stockport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Brighton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Grand Central, The Cyclist
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Brighton. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is available at Brighton. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brighton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brighton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Jurys Inn Brighton, Ibis Brighton City Centre, My Brighton Hotel.
Hove is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Hove has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Hove.
Ticket office support is available at Hove.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hove: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hove: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hove: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
London Road (Brighton) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Domino's Pizza, Salt and Charcoal
Free.
Ticket office support is available at London Road (Brighton). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at London Road (Brighton). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Road (Brighton): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Road (Brighton): Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Road (Brighton): Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Travelodge Brighton, ibis Brighton City Centre - Station, Jurys Inn Brighton.
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.
Davenport is 2 km from Stockport city centre. Public transport options include:
Davenport has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Davenport.
Ticket office support is available at Davenport.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Davenport: Parking.
Available at Davenport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Davenport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Towards Manchester: Level access into the ticket hall, turn right and across the footbridge (22 paces), down 21 steps onto the platform. Or, when the ticket hall is closed, down a stepped ramp (15 steps average 180cm apart total ramp length 33 paces, 1:6 slope) to the left of the ticket hall, up 28 steps on the right, across the footbridge (22 paces) and down 21 steps onto the platform. Towards Buxton: Level access through the ticket hall, down 28 steps onto the platform; or when the ticket hall is closed, down a stepped ramp (15 steps average 180cm apart total ramp length 33 paces, 1:6 slope) to the left of the ticket hall onto the platform. When ticket office is closed, access to Platform 2 is available through a gate. Steps had anti-slip treads, 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.
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