- 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 Hemel Hempstead to Stockport
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 20 Sept
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£37
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£37
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
2 h 33 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
2 h 33 m
Trains on 20 Sept
1
Distance
216 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hemel Hempstead to Stockport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hemel Hempstead to Stockport will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.
Fast trains
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 1 trains from Hemel Hempstead to Stockport, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 216 km distance in an average of 2 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 33 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 33 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.
13:232h33Hemel Hempstead15:56Stockport£371One-way0 changes
- 13:232h33Hemel Hempstead15:56Stockport£371One-way0 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hemel Hempstead to Stockport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Hemel Hempstead to Stockport and enjoy the approximately 216 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 21:57.
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 216 km |
First train 5:07 |
Last train 21:57 |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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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: West Midlands Trains from Hemel Hempstead to Stockport trainsWest Midlands Trains trains will get you between Hemel Hempstead and Stockport. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
West Midlands Trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average West Midlands Trains Duration
2h 13m
West Midlands Trains frequency
16 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: Hemel Hempstead to Stockport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hemel Hempstead 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 Hemel Hempstead to Stockport is 216 km.
The first train from Hemel Hempstead to Stockport leaves at 5:07.
The last train from Hemel Hempstead to Stockport departs at 21:57.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Hemel Hempstead to Stockport.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Hemel Hempstead to Stockport.
To get from Hemel Hempstead to Stockport, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Hemel Hempstead to Stockport.
Booking trains from Hemel Hempstead 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 Hemel Hempstead to Stockport offers some scenic views, particularly as it travels through the picturesque countryside of the Midlands and the Peak District, with opportunities to see rolling hills and charming villages along the route.
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 Hemel Hempstead to Stockport.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hemel Hempstead and Stockport
Most Hemel Hempstead to Stockport trains use the Hemel Hempstead to Stockport station pair, with some services arriving at Heaton Chapel. Use this guide to compare Hemel Hempstead and Stockport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Hemel Hempstead
Arrival train stations in Stockport
Which Hemel Hempstead station do trains to Stockport leave from?
Trains from Hemel Hempstead to Stockport leave from Hemel Hempstead. The station is 2 km from Hemel Hempstead city centre at Hemel Hempstead station, London Road, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP3 9BQ.
Hemel HempsteadHemel Hempstead station, London Road, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP3 9BQ+44 3301235247
City-centre transport
Getting to Hemel Hempstead from Hemel Hempstead city centre
Hemel Hempstead is 1 km from Hemel Hempstead city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus20 · 13m · £2 · every ~8 min
Ml1 · 14m
20 · 16m · £2 · every ~8 min
Hemel Hempstead train station facilities and services
Hemel Hempstead has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Fishery Wharf Cafe
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Hemel Hempstead.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hemel Hempstead. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hemel Hempstead: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hemel Hempstead: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hemel Hempstead: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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 ticket machines note: Card payment only, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
ApsleyApsley station, London Road, Apsley, Hertfordshire, HP3 9SX+44 3301235247
City-centre transport
Getting to Apsley from Hemel Hempstead city centre
Apsley is 2 km from Hemel Hempstead city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus824, 2 · 23m · £2 · every ~8 min
322 · 35m · £2 · every ~6 min
Apsley train station facilities and services
Apsley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Apsley.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Apsley. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Apsley: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Apsley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Apsley: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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 ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is accessible outside the Booking Hall, for card payment only, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Stockport station do trains from Hemel Hempstead arrive at?
Trains from Hemel Hempstead 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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