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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 Rochdale to Stockport
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 31 Aug
Cheapest price on 31 Aug
£6
Average ticket price on 31 Aug
£6
Fastest journey on 31 Aug
1 h 38 m
Average journey duration on 31 Aug
1 h 38 m
Trains on 31 Aug
1
Distance
23 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rochdale to Stockport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rochdale to Stockport will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Fast trains
On Mon 31 Aug, we found 1 trains from Rochdale to Stockport, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 23 km distance in an average of 1 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 38 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.
6:521h38Rochdale8:30Stockport£61One-way0 changes
- 6:521h38Rochdale8:30Stockport£61One-way0 changes
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Rochdale to Stockport train times
The table below shows live departures for Rochdale to Stockport trains for tomorrow, Monday 31 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 6:52 Rochdale | 1h38 | 8:30 Stockport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rochdale to Stockport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Rochdale to Stockport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 22:39. The fastest train covers the 23 km distance in 57m.
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 23 km |
Average train duration 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 57m |
First train 5:35 |
Last train 22:39 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
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.
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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
57m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
£5
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
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: Rochdale to Stockport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rochdale 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 Rochdale 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 Rochdale to Stockport covers a distance of 23 km and takes approximately 57m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Rochdale to Stockport is 23 km.
The first train from Rochdale to Stockport leaves at 5:35.
The last train from Rochdale to Stockport departs at 22:39.
Trains from Rochdale to Stockport run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Rochdale to Stockport.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Rochdale to Stockport.
To get from Rochdale to Stockport, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Rochdale to Stockport.
The train station in Rochdale that goes to Stockport is Rochdale station (RCD), and it arrives at Stockport station (SPT).
The cheapest way to get from Rochdale to Stockport is by train, costing approximately £5.
Booking trains from Rochdale 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 Rochdale to Stockport offers some scenic views, particularly as you travel through the Greater Manchester countryside, showcasing a mix of urban landscapes and green spaces.
Yes, a day trip from Rochdale to Stockport is feasible. The journey takes 57m and covers 23 km. Trains run 5 times 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 Rochdale to Stockport.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rochdale and Stockport
Most Rochdale to Stockport trains use the Rochdale to Stockport station pair, with some services arriving at Woodsmoor. Use this guide to compare Rochdale and Stockport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Rochdale
Arrival train stations in Stockport
Which Rochdale station do trains to Stockport leave from?
Trains from Rochdale to Stockport leave from Rochdale. The station is 1 km from Rochdale city centre at Rochdale station, Station Road, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL11 1DR.
RochdaleRochdale station, Station Road, Rochdale, Lancashire, OL11 1DR
City-centre transport
Getting to Rochdale from Rochdale city centre
TramPink Line, Rochdale Line Replacement Bus · 4m · £2 · every ~17 min
Rochdale train station facilities and services
Rochdale has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Rochdale.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rochdale.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rochdale: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rochdale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rochdale: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Level access to the station and platforms via lifts, which are available during station staffing hours, 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: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
CastletonCastleton station, Railway Approach, Castleton, Lancashire, OL11 3EB
City-centre transport
Getting to Castleton from Rochdale city centre
Castleton is 3 km from Rochdale city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainBlackburn - Manchester Victoria, Rochdale - Blackburn, Rochdale - Clitheroe, Rochdale - Ribblehead, Rochdale - Wigan Wallgate, Rochdale - Manchester Victoria, Rochdale - Wigan North Western, Rochdale - Southport · 2m · £0.90 · every ~3 min
Bus17, 17A · 9m · £2 · every ~22 min
881, 17, 17A · 14m · £2 · every ~22 min
434, 881, 17, 17A · 20m · £2 · every ~26 min
Castleton train station facilities and services
Castleton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Castleton: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Castleton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Castleton: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, From Manchester Road down 41 steps to Manchester platform or 42 steps to the Rochdale platform. From the station approach roads, there is level access onto both platforms, 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.
Which Stockport station do trains from Rochdale arrive at?
Trains from Rochdale to Stockport most often arrive at Stockport. Some services arrive at Woodsmoor, 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.
WoodsmoorWoodsmoor station, Moorland Road, Woodsmoor, Greater Manchester, SK2 7DW
City-centre transport
Getting to Woodsmoor from Stockport city centre
Woodsmoor is 2 km from Stockport city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainManchester Piccadilly - Buxton, Manchester Piccadilly - Hazel Grove, Stockport - Hazel Grove, Manchester Piccadilly - New Mills Newtown · 6m · £0.90 · every ~4 min
Bus199 · 14m · £6 · every ~7 min
Woodsmoor train station facilities and services
Woodsmoor has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Woodsmoor.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Woodsmoor.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Woodsmoor: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Woodsmoor: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B station, Services towards Manchester: Level access through a gate from Ferndale Avenue, or down 30 steps from Moorland Road bridge to the ticket office then through an 87cm wide gate and along a ramp (25 paces, 1:15 slope) onto the platform. Services Towards Buxton: Level access through a 103cm wide gate from Moorland Road bridge and down a stepped ramp (10 steps 15cm high each 200cm apart, ramp length 35 paces, 1:6 average 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.
BrinningtonBrinnington station, The Link, Middlesex Road, Brinnington, Greater Manchester, SK5 8JE+44 800 200 6060
City-centre transport
Getting to Brinnington from Stockport city centre
Brinnington is 2 km from Stockport city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus325 · 14m · £2 · every ~19 min
325 · 16m · £2 · every ~19 min
325 · 16m · £2 · every ~19 min
Brinnington train station facilities and services
Brinnington has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Brinnington.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brinnington.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brinnington: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brinnington: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, To Manchester : Level access to the ticket hall through a turnstile or gate but from there it is stepped access, down a stepped ramped path (35 paces, 1:6 slope) onto the platform. To Sheffield level access to the ticket hall through a turnstile or gate, turn left and walk 39 paces, turn right down a steppedramped path (35 paces, 1:6 slope) onto the platform, 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.
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