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Trains from Stockport to London

On the mainline from Manchester to London, trains from Stockport to the capital are typically fast, frequent and direct. On weekdays and Saturdays, the service runs at up to three trains an hour, with most journey times scheduled at around 2 hours. With services departing from shortly after 5 a.m. until around 9.20pm, it's a convenient journey, whether you are travelling for business or leisure.

Which train companies travel from Stockport station to London?

All direct services between London and Stockport are provided by Virgin Trains, as part of its West Coast Main Line service. It's worth noting that other operators' trains serve Stockport station, including CrossCountry and Northern Rail, although these only provide a longer overall journey, with an intermediate stop.

How long is the train from Stockport to London?

Direct Virgin Trains from Stockport to London have a fastest scheduled journey time of 1 hour 55 minutes, with some services taking just over 2 hours depending on calling points. However, services on weekends - and in particular on Sundays - may be 2 hours 40 minutes or longer. For certain departure times on Sundays, a journey via Crewe, changing for another Virgin Trains service, may get you to London slightly earlier, but a slightly longer travel time.

How many trains are there from Stockport to London?

Stockport has an excellent and frequent service to London, with trains departing around every 20 minutes on weekdays. However, this may be 30 minutes on Sundays. The earliest trains from Stockport to London depart from early in the morning with services continuing throughout the whole day.

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Stockport to London?

Departure train station: Stockport station is within easy walking distance of the main centre and shopping district. It is served by regular buses on the Wellington Road (A6), and is just a few minutes drive from the Manchester Outer Ring Road. The station has a car park - including drop-off area - a taxi rank, ATM, newsagents and coffee shops.

Arrival train station: London Euston is within Travelcard Zone 1. It is served by numerous buses, and has onward connections to the Northern and Victoria lines, plus the Metropolitan, Hammersmith and City, and Circle lines from Euston Square. Euston has an extensive range of shops, bars and restaurants on its concourse and forecourt.