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The cheapest and fastest trains from Stockport station (SPT) to Preston station (PRE)

Showing times and prices for 05 Aug

Cheapest price

£10

Average price

£12

Fastest journey

1 h 6 m

Average duration

1 h 12 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

53 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stockport station (SPT) to Preston station (PRE) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Stockport station (SPT) to Preston station (PRE) will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Stockport station (SPT) for Preston station (PRE) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 53 km distance in an average of 1 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 6 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 17 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.

  • Northern Rail
    9:261h06
    Stockport station (SPT)
    10:32Preston station (PRE)
    £101One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern Rail
    7:401h17
    Stockport station (SPT)
    8:57Preston station (PRE)
    £131One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Stockport station (SPT) to Preston station (PRE)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stockport station (SPT) to Preston station (PRE) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £8.

Distance: 53 km

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£9

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1h 27m

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57m

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2h 33m

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Live departures

Stockport station (SPT) to Preston station (PRE) train times

The table below shows live departures for Stockport station (SPT) to Preston station (PRE) trains for today, Tuesday 4 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Northern RailL89176 · G89548
On time
6:40 Stockport station (SPT)
1h19
7:59 Preston station (PRE)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84646 · W85165
On time
6:54 Stockport station (SPT)
1h05
7:59 Preston station (PRE)
1 change
Northern RailL89212 · G89552
On time
7:10 Stockport station (SPT)
1h18
8:28 Preston station (PRE)
1 change
Northern RailL89066 · G89042
On time
7:26 Stockport station (SPT)
1h06
8:32 Preston station (PRE)
1 change
East Midlands RailwayC04436+Northern RailG89042
On time
7:26 Stockport station (SPT)
1h06
8:32 Preston station (PRE)
1 change
Northern RailL89180 · G89556
On time
7:40 Stockport station (SPT)
1h17
8:57 Preston station (PRE)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84651 · W85168
On time
7:56 Stockport station (SPT)
1h06
9:02 Preston station (PRE)
1 change
Northern RailL89019 · G89560
On time
8:10 Stockport station (SPT)
1h16
9:26 Preston station (PRE)
1 change
Northern RailL89218 · G89062
On time
8:22 Stockport station (SPT)
1h11
9:33 Preston station (PRE)
1 change
East Midlands RailwayC04439+Northern RailG89062
On time
8:26 Stockport station (SPT)
1h07
9:33 Preston station (PRE)
1 change
Northern RailL89188 · G89564
On time
8:40 Stockport station (SPT)
1h17
9:57 Preston station (PRE)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressW84656 · W85170
On time
8:54 Stockport station (SPT)
1h06
10:00 Preston station (PRE)
1 change
Avanti West CoastW34175+Transpennine ExpressW85170
On time
8:57 Stockport station (SPT)
1h03
10:00 Preston station (PRE)
1 change
Northern RailC32026 · G89569
On time
9:02 Stockport station (SPT)
1h24
10:26 Preston station (PRE)
1 change

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Why should you book Stockport station (SPT) to Preston station (PRE) trains with Omio?

Transpennine Express as well as Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and more offer trains services from Stockport station (SPT) to Preston station (PRE).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Stockport station (SPT) to Preston station (PRE).

Why book with Omio vs Transpennine Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transpennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country or Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Stockport station (SPT) to Preston station (PRE).
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Transpennine Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Stockport station (SPT) to Preston station (PRE).

Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trip or Raileurope?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country or Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Stockport station (SPT) to Preston station (PRE).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Stockport station (SPT) to Preston station (PRE).

Journey information

Overview: Train from Stockport station (SPT) to Preston station (PRE)

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Trains from Stockport station (SPT) to Preston station (PRE) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 07:40, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 53 km distance in 1h 6m.

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 £6
Distance
53 km
Average train duration
57m
Cheapest ticket price
£8
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
1h 6m
First train
7:40
Last train
22:45
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sat
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 £6

Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited from Stockport station (SPT) to Preston station (PRE) trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Stockport station (SPT) and Preston station (PRE) from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 3m
Cheapest Price
£14
Transpennine Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Northern Rail

About
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 Duration
1h 6m
Cheapest Price
£8
Northern Rail frequency
4 a day
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

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
55m
Cheapest Price
£51
Avanti West Coast frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 13m
Cheapest Price
£68
east_midlands_trains frequency
2 a day

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
£30
Cross Country frequency
20 a day

Transport for Wales

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 12m
Cheapest Price
£91
Transport for Wales frequency
2 a day

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
55m
Cheapest Price
£31
Northern Trains Limited frequency
15 a day

FAQs: Stockport station (SPT) to Preston station (PRE) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stockport station (SPT) to Preston station (PRE) 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 Preston station (PRE), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Stockport station (SPT) to Preston station (PRE) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £8, while the average price tends to be around £9.
The train journey from Stockport station (SPT) to Preston station (PRE) covers a distance of 53 km and takes approximately 1h 6m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Stockport station (SPT) to Preston station (PRE) is 53 km.
The first train from Stockport station (SPT) to Preston station (PRE) leaves at 7:40.
The last train from Stockport station (SPT) to Preston station (PRE) departs at 22:45.
Trains from Stockport station (SPT) to Preston station (PRE) run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Stockport station (SPT) to Preston station (PRE).
Yes, there is a direct train between Stockport station (SPT) and Preston station (PRE). The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Avanti West Coast.
To get from Stockport station (SPT) to Preston station (PRE), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Stockport station (SPT) to Preston station (PRE).
The cheapest way to get from Stockport station (SPT) to Preston station (PRE) is by coach, costing approximately £6.
Booking trains from Stockport station (SPT) to Preston station (PRE) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Stockport to Preston offers a mix of urban and rural views, with sections passing through the scenic countryside of Cheshire and the outskirts of the Peak District, providing a pleasant visual experience.
Yes, a day trip from Stockport to Preston is feasible as the journey takes 1h 6m, covers 53 km, and trains run 7 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Stockport station (SPT) to Preston station (PRE).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Stockport station (SPT) and Preston station (PRE)

Most Stockport station (SPT) to Preston station (PRE) trains use the Stockport to Preston station pair. Use this guide to compare Stockport station (SPT) and Preston station (PRE) 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 Preston
StockportStockport station, Grand Central Way, Stockport, Cheshire, SK3 9HZ+44 8450507080ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
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.

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