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Hat Works Museum
A local history museum exploring Stockport’s famous hatting industry with working machinery, displays and underground features.
Cheapest price on 08 Oct
£58
Average ticket price on 08 Oct
£75
Fastest journey on 08 Oct
3 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 08 Oct
3 h 52 m
Trains on 08 Oct
5
Distance
305 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Stockport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Stockport will cost around £75 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £58.
To travel from Glasgow to Stockport you need to make at least one change.
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L89710Trains from Glasgow to Stockport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:26, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 305 km distance in 3h 7m.
Distance 305 km |
Average train duration 3h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 7m |
First train 0:26 |
Last train 23:52 |
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High Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 42 days |
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Stockport trains for today, Wednesday 7 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:15 Glasgow | 5h38 | 12:53 Stockport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:07 Glasgow | 5h46 | 13:53 Stockport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:09 Glasgow | 3h42 | 11:51 Stockport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:09 Glasgow | 3h42 | 12:51 Stockport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 8 October | |||||
W33939+ W84658 | 4:28 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h56 | 8:24 Stockport station (SPT) | 1 change | |
W33939+ G85894 · G89878 | 4:28 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h51 | 8:19 Stockport station (SPT) | 2 changes | |
W84893+ L89710 | 4:52 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h59 | 8:51 Stockport station (SPT) | 1 change | |
W34029+ G85900 · G89881 | 5:33 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h45 | 9:18 Stockport station (SPT) | 2 changes | |
W34029+ W84665 | 5:33 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h51 | 9:24 Stockport station (SPT) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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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The most popular day trips by train from Stockport are Manchester, Liverpool, Chester, Leeds and Sheffield. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Stockport on Omio.

Manchester is known for its industrial heritage, influential music and deep football culture. Red-brick canalside areas, major museums and lively nightlife give it an energetic northern character.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 10 km distance in 10m.

Liverpool is known for The Beatles, football and a waterfront shaped by its maritime past. Its grand docks, museums and lively city centre give it a proud, creative character.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:37, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 54 km distance in 44m.

Chester is known for its Roman walls, medieval streets and the distinctive black-and-white Rows. Compact and walkable, it blends deep history with a relaxed riverside setting and a lively city centre.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:51, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 55 km distance in 44m.

Leeds is a major West Yorkshire city known for Victorian arcades, shopping and a lively music scene. Its industrial heritage, regenerated waterfront and large student population give it an energetic but down-to-earth character.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 59 km distance in 1h 2m.

Sheffield is known for its steelmaking heritage, modern music culture and easy access to green space. It feels both urban and outdoorsy, with Victorian buildings, independent venues and the Peak District nearby.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:22, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 46 km distance in 38m.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Stockport trains use the Glasgow Central to Stockport station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Stockport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Glasgow Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse, 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: No.
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.
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