- 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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The cheapest and fastest trains from Gloucester to Stockport
Showing times and prices for 26 Aug
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
2 h 34 m
Average duration
2 h 34 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
172 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gloucester to Stockport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gloucester to Stockport will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Gloucester for Stockport every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 172 km distance in an average of 2 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 34 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 34 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
12:452h34Gloucester15:19Stockport£231One-way0 changes
- 12:452h34Gloucester15:19Stockport£231One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Gloucester to Stockport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gloucester to Stockport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £54. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £54, and a train costs an average of £144.
Distance: 172 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£145 Average Price | £54 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 59m Average total duration 6h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Gloucester to Stockport train times
The table below shows live departures for Gloucester to Stockport trains for today, Tuesday 25 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 8:48 Gloucester | 2h30 | 11:18 Stockport | 1 change | |
.png) | 9:22 Gloucester | 2h27 | 11:49 Stockport | 1 change | |
| 9:49 Gloucester | 2h29 | 12:18 Stockport | 1 change | |
| 10:22 Gloucester | 2h27 | 12:49 Stockport | 1 change | |
| 10:49 Gloucester | 2h29 | 13:18 Stockport | 1 change | |
| 11:22 Gloucester | 2h27 | 13:49 Stockport | 1 change | |
| 11:49 Gloucester | 2h29 | 14:18 Stockport | 1 change | |
| 12:22 Gloucester | 2h27 | 14:49 Stockport | 1 change | |
| 12:45 Gloucester | 2h33 | 15:18 Stockport | 1 change | |
| 13:22 Gloucester | 2h27 | 15:49 Stockport | 1 change | |
| 13:49 Gloucester | 2h29 | 16:18 Stockport | 1 change | |
| 14:22 Gloucester | 2h27 | 16:49 Stockport | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gloucester to Stockport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Gloucester to Stockport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £144 but you can travel from only £54 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 21:01. The fastest train covers the 172 km distance in 2h 18m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £54
Distance 172 km |
Average train duration 2h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £144 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 18m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 21:01 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £54
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Gloucester to Stockport trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Gloucester and Stockport from £54. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 30m
Cheapest Price
£20
CrossCountry frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 18m
Cheapest Price
£144
Cross Country frequency
9 a day
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 24m
Cheapest Price
£146
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
7 a day
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: Gloucester to Stockport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester 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 cost of a train ticket from Gloucester to Stockport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £144, while the average price tends to be around £145.
The train journey from Gloucester to Stockport covers a distance of 172 km and takes approximately 2h 18m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Gloucester to Stockport is 172 km.
The first train from Gloucester to Stockport leaves at 0:06.
The last train from Gloucester to Stockport departs at 21:01.
Trains from Gloucester to Stockport run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Gloucester to Stockport.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Gloucester to Stockport.
To get from Gloucester to Stockport, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Gloucester to Stockport.
The train station in Gloucester that goes to Stockport is Gloucester station (GCR), and it arrives at Stockport station (SPT).
The cheapest way to get from Gloucester to Stockport is by coach, costing approximately £54.
Booking trains from Gloucester 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 Gloucester to Stockport offers pleasant views of the English countryside, passing through charming rural landscapes and historic towns, making it a moderately scenic route.
A day trip from Gloucester to Stockport is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 18m. The train frequency is 4 per day.
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 Gloucester to Stockport.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Gloucester and Stockport
Most Gloucester to Stockport trains use the Gloucester to Stockport station pair, with some services arriving at Heaton Chapel. Use this guide to compare Gloucester and Stockport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Gloucester
Arrival train stations in Stockport
Which Gloucester station do trains to Stockport leave from?
Trains from Gloucester to Stockport leave from Gloucester. The station is from Gloucester city centre at Gloucester station, Bruton Way, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1DE.
GloucesterGloucester station, Bruton Way, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1DE
City-centre transport
Getting to Gloucester from Gloucester city centre
Bus8 · 1m · £4 · every ~9 min
Gloucester train station facilities and services
Gloucester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Gloucester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Gloucester. ATMs are available at Gloucester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gloucester.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gloucester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gloucester: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gloucester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - step free access available to all platforms with liftbridge to link platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, 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.
Which Stockport station do trains from Gloucester arrive at?
Trains from Gloucester to Stockport most often arrive at Stockport. Some services arrive at Heaton Chapel, 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.
Heaton ChapelHeaton Chapel station, Heaton Moor Road, Heaton Chapel, Cheshire, SK4 4NX
City-centre transport
Getting to Heaton Chapel from Stockport city centre
Heaton Chapel is 2 km from Stockport city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainBuxton - Manchester Piccadilly, Chester - Manchester Piccadilly, Crewe - Manchester Piccadilly, Hazel Grove - Manchester Piccadilly, Alderley Edge - Manchester Piccadilly, Stoke-on-Trent - Manchester Piccadilly, Stockport - Manchester Piccadilly, Plumley - Manchester Piccadilly, New Mills Newtown - Manchester Piccadilly · 3m · £0.90 · every ~7 min
Heaton Chapel train station facilities and services
Heaton Chapel has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Heaton Chapel.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heaton Chapel.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heaton Chapel: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Heaton Chapel: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heaton Chapel: 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 - Services towards Manchester (platform 2) : From Heaton Moor Road, up 1 step into the ticket hall, turn right down 18 steps and then a further 25 steps onto the platform. When the ticket hall is closed use the entrance on Tatton Road North (30 paces from the junction of Heaton Moor Road) down a ramp (63 paces, 1:7 slope) onto the platform. Services towards Stockport (platform 1) : Either use the entrance at the junction of Heaton Moor Road and Edgerton Road North, through a 5ft wide gate and down 41 steps onto the platform, or level access is available 200 paces down Edgerton Road North from Heaton Moor Road along a ramp (26 paces, 1:7 slope) onto the platform, 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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