| First train | 05:43 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:01 | |
| Departure station | Cardiff Queen Street | |
| Arrival station | Stockport | |
| Journey time | From 3h 16m | |
| Distance | 140 miles (225 km) | |
| Frequency | 14 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales |
Thinking about taking the train from Cardiff Queen Street to Stockport? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 24 minutes to travel the 140 miles (225 km) from Cardiff Queen Street to Stockport by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 16 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 14 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales to Stockport. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Cardiff Queen Street to Stockport in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Stockport by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.