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Compare train and coach for Stockport to Preston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stockport to Preston 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 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 54 km
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Live departures
Stockport to Preston train times
The table below shows live departures for Stockport to Preston trains for today, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 G90260 · G89546 | On time 16:02 Stockport station (SPT) | 1h26 | 17:28 Preston station (PRE) | 1 change | |
G89546+ W33516 | Delayed 15:33 16:10Stockport station (SPT) | 1h18 | 17:28 Preston station (PRE) | 1 change | |
| L89062 · G89055 | On time 16:26 Stockport station (SPT) | 1h06 | 17:32 Preston station (PRE) | 1 change | |
| L89181 · G89550 | On time 16:40 Stockport station (SPT) | 1h18 | 17:58 Preston station (PRE) | 1 change | |
 W84704 · W85204 | On time 16:54 Stockport station (SPT) | 1h05 | 17:59 Preston station (PRE) | 1 change | |
| W85204+W33436 | Delayed 16:21 16:57Stockport station (SPT) | 1h02 | 17:59 Preston station (PRE) | 1 change | |
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Why should you book Stockport to Preston trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country or Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Stockport to Preston.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country or Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Stockport to Preston.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stockport to Preston
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Trains from Stockport to Preston run on average 8 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:37, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 54 km distance in 1h 16m.
Distance 54 km |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 16m |
First train 1:37 |
Last train 23:49 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited from Stockport to Preston trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Stockport and Preston from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Stockport to Preston train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stockport to Preston 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stockport and Preston
Most Stockport to Preston trains use the Stockport to Preston station pair. Use this guide to compare Stockport and Preston train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Stockport station do trains to Preston leave from?
Getting to Stockport from Stockport city centre
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.
Getting to Heald Green from Stockport city centre
Heald Green is 6 km from Stockport city centre. Public transport options include:
Heald Green train station facilities and services
Heald Green has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Heald Green.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heald Green.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heald Green: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Heald Green: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heald Green: 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 - platform 1 is accessed from the car park, platform 2 is accessed via a long ramp, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.
Getting to Heaton Chapel from Stockport city centre
Heaton Chapel is 2 km from Stockport city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Which Preston station do trains from Stockport arrive at?
Getting to Preston from Preston city centre
Preston is 1 km from Preston city centre. Public transport options include:
Preston train station facilities and services
Preston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rise, The Olive Tree Brasserie, Turtle Bay
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Preston. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Preston. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Preston: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Preston: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Preston: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Preston - South, Delta Hotels Preston, Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel.
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