Stockport–Stalybridge line
| Stockport–Stalybridge line | |||
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A Class 156 diesel multiple unit at Reddish South | |||
| Overview | |||
| Status | Operational | ||
| Owner | Network Rail | ||
| Locale | Greater Manchester | ||
| Termini | |||
| Stations | |||
| Service | |||
| Type | Heavy rail | ||
| System | National Rail | ||
| Operator(s) | Northern Trains | ||
| Technical | |||
| Line length | 8.14 mi (13.10 km) | ||
| Track gauge | 1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in) standard gauge | ||
| Electrification | 25 kV 50 Hz AC OLE under construction | ||
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The Stockport–Stalybridge line is a railway line in Greater Manchester, England. It runs north-east from Stockport to Stalybridge, via Guide Bridge. The line is used mainly by freight and empty stock workings, although it once had a frequent passenger service. In 1992, the service pattern reduced to a single weekly passenger train but, in 2018, this was increased to twice a week with one service in each direction on Saturday mornings. Services are operated by Northern Trains, usually with a Class 150 or Class 156 diesel multiple unit. The line is intended to be electrified as part of the Transpennine Route Upgrade.