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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stockport to Alsager
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Stockport to Alsager and enjoy the approximately 36 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:59, the last at 22:24.
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 36 km |
First train 5:59 |
Last train 22:24 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 2 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
Frequently asked questions about your Stockport to Alsager trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Stockport to Alsager.
The train distance from Stockport to Alsager is 36 km.
The first train from Stockport to Alsager leaves at 5:59.
The last train from Stockport to Alsager departs at 22:24.
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Things to do in Alsager
Discover the best of Alsager — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Alsager trip today.
- Recommended
The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery
Museum and art gallery in Stoke-on-Trent covering local history, ceramics and changing exhibitions.
- Recommended
Apedale Valley Light Railway
Working steam railway museum experience with heritage trains, restored station buildings and family exhibits.
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Alsager Lake
Large town park with a lake, play areas, gardens and paths, popular for walks and relaxed outdoor time.
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Trent and Mersey Canal
Canalside walking area with towpaths, narrowboats and peaceful rural views ideal for an easy local stroll.
Milton Park
A landscaped local park with open green space, sports facilities and easy walking close to the town centre.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Cheshire Cheese
A Cheshire staple: crumbly, mild cow’s milk cheese long made in the county. It reflects the area’s dairy heritage and is often eaten with bread, chutney or apples.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Cheshire Cheese Pudding
Raw Cheshire cheese mashed with butter, ale or cider, mustard and seasoning. A traditional savoury spread tied to local cheese-making and pub food culture.
- Vegetarian
Staffordshire Oatcake
A Staffordshire oat pancake made from oatmeal, flour and yeast, often filled with cheese or bacon. Popular across nearby North Staffordshire and commonly eaten in Alsager.
Il Capriccio
Established Italian restaurant serving pizzas, pasta and classic mains in a friendly, casual town-centre setting.
Indian Spice
Smart local restaurant offering Indian dishes and house specials, popular for sit-down meals and a polished atmosphere.
The Lodge Inn
Traditional pub and restaurant in Alsager known for hearty British meals, grills and a relaxed local atmosphere.
Pound sterling (£)
Alsager is moderate for UK travellers, with typical pub meals, coffee and rail fares in line with similar small English towns. Accommodation nearby is usually cheaper than in major cities.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Tipping in cafés is optional, often just small change.
First Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £3
- Day pass
- £6
To the city centre
Alsager station -> Crewe Bus Station, Crewe
- Distance
- 11 km
- Travel time
- 25 min
- Bus fare details in Alsager vary by operator; Cheshire East links directly to First Potteries and D&G fare pages, so check the operator before travel.
- Contactless payment is mentioned by Cheshire East for local bus travel schemes, but acceptance can vary by operator and route.
Plan your visit to Alsager
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Alsager.
The train journey from Stockport to Alsager offers a moderately scenic experience, with views of the Cheshire countryside, rolling fields, and glimpses of local towns along the way.
FAQs: Stockport to Alsager train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stockport to Alsager 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 Alsager, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Stockport to Alsager in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Stockport to Alsager.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stockport and Alsager
Most Stockport to Alsager trains use the Stockport to Alsager station pair. Use this guide to compare Stockport and Alsager train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Stockport
Arrival train stations in Alsager
Which Stockport station do trains to Alsager leave from?
Trains from Stockport to Alsager leave from Stockport. The station is 1 km from Stockport city centre at Stockport station, Grand Central Way, Stockport, Cheshire, SK3 9HZ.
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 · £1 · 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.
DavenportDavenport station, Bramhall Lane, Davenport, Greater Manchester, SK3 8SA+44 8002006060
City-centre transport
Getting to Davenport from Stockport city centre
Davenport 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 · 4m · £1 · every ~4 min
Bus378, 379, 374, 378A · 8m · £2 · every ~6 min
374, 378, 379, 378A · 15m · £2 · every ~10 min
391, 891 · 17m · every ~3 min
Davenport train station facilities and services
Davenport has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Davenport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Davenport.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Davenport: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Davenport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Davenport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Towards Manchester: Level access into the ticket hall, turn right and across the footbridge (22 paces), down 21 steps onto the platform. Or, when the ticket hall is closed, down a stepped ramp (15 steps average 180cm apart total ramp length 33 paces, 1:6 slope) to the left of the ticket hall, up 28 steps on the right, across the footbridge (22 paces) and down 21 steps onto the platform. Towards Buxton: Level access through the ticket hall, down 28 steps onto the platform; or when the ticket hall is closed, down a stepped ramp (15 steps average 180cm apart total ramp length 33 paces, 1:6 slope) to the left of the ticket hall onto the platform. When ticket office is closed, access to Platform 2 is available through a gate. Steps had anti-slip treads, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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 Alsager station do trains from Stockport arrive at?
Trains from Stockport to Alsager arrive at Alsager. Alsager is 1 km from Alsager city centre.
AlsagerAlsager station, Sandbach Road South, Alsager, Staffordshire, ST7 2XW
City-centre transport
Getting to Alsager from Alsager city centre
Bus317 · 3m · every ~2 min
Alsager train station facilities and services
Alsager has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Alsager.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Alsager: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Alsager: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Alsager: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a step free Category B station. This station has ramped access to both platforms. Access between the two platforms is via a level crossing. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on Useful information poster, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Train stations for Stockport to Alsager
Check train stations information for Stockport and Alsager, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Stockport that goes to Alsager is Stockport, and it arrives at Alsager.
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