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Visiting Stockport

Stockport is on your list of places to visit - fantastic. Let's talk about restaurants, getting there and some tips about what to do when you arrive.

What Should I Do In Stockport?

If you have 3 hours, a half day or even a week in Stockport then we have some suggestions for you. Read our guides and get going today!

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FAQs About Stockport

How Do I Get To Stockport?

Driving directions to Stockport:

  • If coming from Manchester city center, take the A6 southbound and follow signs for Stockport.
  • If coming from the M60, exit at junction 1 and follow the signs for Stockport.
  • If coming from the south, take the M6 to junction 19 and then follow the signs for Stockport.

Rail directions to Stockport:

  • Stockport is a major train station on the West Coast Main Line, with trains regularly running from Manchester, London, Birmingham, and many other cities and towns.
  • If coming from Manchester city center, trains run regularly from Manchester Piccadilly station to Stockport station.
  • If coming from the south, trains run regularly from London Euston station to Stockport station.

Suggestions for getting to Stockport:

  • If you are visiting Manchester, consider taking the train from Manchester Piccadilly station to Stockport station. It's a quick and easy journey, and Stockport has plenty to see and do.
  • If you are driving from the south or west, consider taking the M6 and then exiting at junction 19, following signs for Stockport. This is a more scenic route than the M60.
  • If you are driving from the north or east, consider taking the M60 and then exiting at junction 1, following signs for Stockport.

What's The Nearest Airport To Stockport?

The closest airport to Stockport is Manchester Airport, which is only 7 miles away. The quickest route is to take the M56 motorway directly from the airport to Stockport, which should take around 20 minutes by car. Alternatively, there are also frequent trains from Manchester Airport to Stockport, with a journey time of approximately 25 minutes.

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