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Outbound fromLondon to Glossop by train
It takes an average of 7h 9m to travel from London to Glossop by train, over a distance of around 154 miles (248 km). There are normally 50 trains per day travelling from London to Glossop and tickets for this journey start from £34 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:29 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:39 | |
| Departure station | London | |
| Arrival station | Glossop | |
| Journey time | From 2h 50m | |
| Distance | 154 miles (248 km) | |
| Frequency | 50 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £34 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales |
About the train journey from London to Glossop
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The train from London to Glossop usually takes 7 hours 9 minutes on average to travel 154 miles (248 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 2 hours 50 minutes. You can expect to find 50 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Glossop, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or East Midlands Railway, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from London to Glossop if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £34.00. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Cheap train tickets from London to Glossop
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Consider a Season Ticket
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Use your Railcard
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