- Must visit
Hat Works Museum
A local history museum exploring Stockport’s famous hatting industry with working machinery, displays and underground features.
Cheapest price on 01 Sept
£23
Average ticket price on 01 Sept
£28
Fastest journey on 01 Sept
1 h 9 m
Average journey duration on 01 Sept
2 h 33 m
Trains on 01 Sept
7
Distance
130 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rugby to Stockport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rugby to Stockport will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
On Tue 01 Sept, we found 7 trains from Rugby to Stockport, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 130 km distance in an average of 2 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 57 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.
C18012 · W70500+
L89200
Y80919 · C18030+
L89095
C17917 · C18002+
L89086
C17881 · W70476+
L89193
C18013 · W70490+
L89196
W34024
C17917 · C18002+
L89086
C17846 · C17782+
L89091
Y80919 · C18030+
L89095
C18012 · W70500+
L89200The table below shows live departures for Rugby to Stockport trains for today, Monday 31 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 23:12 Rugby | 1h15 | 0:27 Stockport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 23:23 Rugby | 1h15 | 0:38 Stockport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 1 September | |||||
C17881 · W70476+ L89193 | 16:42 Rugby station (RUG) | 2h57 | 19:39 Stockport station (SPT) | 2 changes | |
C17917 · C18002+ L89086 | 17:34 Rugby station (RUG) | 2h52 | 20:26 Stockport station (SPT) | 2 changes | |
C18013 · W70490+ L89196 | 17:42 Rugby station (RUG) | 2h57 | 20:39 Stockport station (SPT) | 2 changes | |
C17846 · C17782+ L89091 | 18:34 Rugby station (RUG) | 2h52 | 21:26 Stockport station (SPT) | 2 changes | |
C18012 · W70500+ L89200 | 18:42 Rugby station (RUG) | 2h57 | 21:39 Stockport station (SPT) | 2 changes | |
Y80919 · C18030+ L89095 | 19:34 Rugby station (RUG) | 2h53 | 22:27 Stockport station (SPT) | 2 changes | |
W34024 | 19:47 Rugby station (RUG) | 1h09 | 20:56 Stockport station (SPT) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Rugby to Stockport run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 23:18. The fastest train covers the 130 km distance in 2h 52m.
Distance 130 km |
Average train duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 52m |
First train 5:13 |
Last train 23:18 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rugby 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 Rugby to Stockport trains use the Rugby to Stockport station pair. Use this guide to compare Rugby and Stockport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Rugby is 1 km from Rugby city centre. Public transport options include:
Rugby has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Rugby.
Ticket office support is available at Rugby. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rugby: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rugby: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rugby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Steep ramp from entrance to platforms, staff are available to help, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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.
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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