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Alfreton to Syston by train

First train

06:29

Last train

23:04

Departure station

Alfreton

Arrival station

Syston

Journey time

From 1h 30m

Distance

31 miles (49 km)

Frequency

20 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

East Midlands Railway

How to travel from Alfreton to Syston by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Alfreton to Syston? Look no further.

You'll usually find 20 trains per day running between Alfreton and Syston, which usually take 2 hours 6 minutes to complete the 31 miles (49 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 30 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Syston by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. East Midlands Railway trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to Syston.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Alfreton to Syston if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Syston? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Alfreton to Syston? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Alfreton to Syston take?

The average journey time by train between Alfreton and Syston is 2 hours and 6 minutes, with around 20 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Alfreton and Syston by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Alfreton to Syston is 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Alfreton to Syston?

No, there are no direct train services from Alfreton to Syston. Travelling from Alfreton to Syston by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Alfreton to Syston leave?

The first train from Alfreton to Syston leaves at 06:29. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Alfreton to Syston leave?

The last train from Alfreton to Syston leaves at 23:04. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Alfreton and Syston by train?

Trains travelling from Alfreton to Syston cover a distance of around 31 miles (49 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Syston to Alfreton.

Cheap train tickets from Alfreton to Syston

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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