Driving from Preston to Stockport
Stockport lies 53 km (33 mi) south-east of Preston, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 49 min without stops, over roughly 65 km (40 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Preston | Stockport | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 313,332 | 139,052 |
| Elevation | 34 m (112 ft) | 59 m (194 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Postal codes | BN1–TQ12 | SK1–SK3 |
Where to book car hire from Preston to Stockport
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Staying in Stockport
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Common questions
How far is Stockport from Preston?
53 km (33 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Preston; by road roughly 65 km (40 mi).
How long does it take to get from Preston to Stockport by car?
About 49 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Preston and Stockport?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.