The cheapest and fastest trains from Stockport to Birmingham
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€17
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€65
Fastest journey on Sep 17
1 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
1 h 24 m
Trains on Sep 17
10
Distance
105 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stockport to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stockport to Birmingham will cost around €65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 10 trains from Stockport to Birmingham, including 5 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 105 km distance in an average of 1 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 1 h 31 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.
G010058:33 AM1h24Stockport station (SPT)9:57 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€171One-way0 transfers
G011388:13 AM1h20Stockport station (SPT)9:33 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€571One-way0 transfers
W298517:13 AM1h20Stockport station (SPT)8:33 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€701One-way0 transfers
G01005+
C16885 · Y811048:33 AM1h43Stockport station (SPT)10:16 AMBirmingham Snow Hill (BSW)€721One-way2 transfers
G38870+
C16923 · W881228:39 AM1h52Stockport station (SPT)10:31 AMBirmingham Snow Hill (BSW)€721One-way2 transfers
G011388:13 AM1h20Stockport station (SPT)9:33 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€571One-way0 transfers
W298517:13 AM1h20Stockport station (SPT)8:33 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€701One-way0 transfers
G010058:33 AM1h24Stockport station (SPT)9:57 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€171One-way0 transfers
G010037:33 AM1h24Stockport station (SPT)8:57 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€721One-way0 transfers
W341156:33 AM1h31Stockport station (SPT)8:04 AMBirmingham New Street (BHM)€721One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Stockport to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stockport to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, while a train costs an average of €20.
Distance: 105 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€20 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest | €32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Stockport to Birmingham:
A bus is €12 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stockport to Birmingham costing on average €20.
Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 16m.
Live departures
Stockport to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Stockport to Birmingham trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W33932 · W33950 | 6:04 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 1h33 | 7:37 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
W34115 | 6:33 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 1h31 | 8:04 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W29851 | 7:13 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 1h20 | 8:33 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01003 | 7:33 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 1h24 | 8:57 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G38868+ C16918 | 7:39 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 1h41 | 9:20 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
G01138 | 8:13 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 1h20 | 9:33 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01005+ C16885 · Y81104 | 8:33 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 1h43 | 10:16 AM Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 2 transfers | |
G01005 | 8:33 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 1h24 | 9:57 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G38870+ C16923 · W88122 | 8:39 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 1h52 | 10:31 AM Birmingham Snow Hill (BSW) | 2 transfers | |
G38870+ C16923 | 8:39 AM Stockport station (SPT) | 1h41 | 10:20 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stockport to Birmingham
Trains from Stockport to Birmingham run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:56, the last at 22:42. The fastest train covers the 105 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 105 km |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 20m |
First train 4:56 AM |
Last train 10:42 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country, Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited from Stockport to Birmingham trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Cross Country, Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Stockport and Birmingham from €8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Stockport to Birmingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stockport to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Stockport to Birmingham
Most Stockport to Birmingham trains use the Stockport to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham International. Use this guide to compare Stockport and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Stockport station do trains to Birmingham 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 Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,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 Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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 Birmingham Snow Hill from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham Snow Hill train station facilities and services
Birmingham Snow Hill has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Snow Hill.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Snow Hill. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available on the station concourse, by the Ticket Office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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