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London to Styal by train

First train

05:08

Last train

01:39

Departure station

London

Arrival station

Styal

Journey time

From 2h 11m

Distance

155 miles (250 km)

Frequency

16 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast

Travelling from London to Styal by train

Looking to travel from London to Styal by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 5 hours 42 minutes to travel from London to Styal by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 11 minutes though. You'll usually find 16 trains per day running along the 155 miles (250 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Styal, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway or TransPennine Express to get to Styal. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from London to Styal in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from London to Styal? 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 London to Styal take?

The average journey time by train between London and Styal is 5 hours and 42 minutes, with around 16 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 London and Styal by train?

The fastest journey time by train from London to Styal is 2 hours and 11 minutes.

Is there a direct train from London to Styal?

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

What time does the first train from London to Styal leave?

The first train from London to Styal leaves at 05:08. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from London to Styal leave?

The last train from London to Styal leaves at 01:39. 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 London and Styal by train?

Trains travelling from London to Styal cover a distance of around 155 miles (250 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

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

Cheap train tickets from London to Styal

Book in advance

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Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for London to Styal is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

Split your tickets

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† 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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