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Taking the train from Meppel to London in 6 hours 1 minute

Thinking about taking the train from Meppel to London? We’ve got you covered.

It usually takes around 8 hours 35 minutes to travel the 279 miles (448 km) from Meppel to London by train, although you can get there in as little as 6 hours 1 minute on the fastest services. You’ll normally find around 21 trains per day running on this route. You’ll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.

Train tickets from Meppel to London are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Keen to book your train tickets to London? 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 below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.

Meppel to London by train

First train

00:22

Last train

23:26

Departure station

Meppel

Arrival station

London

Journey time

From 6h 1m

Distance

279 miles (448 km)

Frequency

21 trains per day

Changes

1 change

FAQs about the train journey from Meppel to London

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

How do you get to London from Meppel?

To travel to London from Meppel, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 8 hours and 35 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 6 hours and 1 minute. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Meppel to London?

Trains from Meppel to London take an average of 8 hours and 35 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 6 hours and 1 minute. You'll usually find 21 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Meppel and London by train?

The quickest journey time between Meppel and London by train is 6 hours and 1 minute.

Are there direct trains from Meppel to London?

No, there are no direct trains running from Meppel to London, you’ll usually need to make at least 1 change during the journey.

Meppel to London train times

Check out the next trains departing from Meppel to London for Tuesday 8th July 2025. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
07:5615:578h 1m, 2 changes
09:2615:576h 31m, 3 changes
09:5616:577h 1m, 1 change
10:2616:576h 31m, 2 changes
11:5619:007h 4m, 2 changes
12:2619:006h 34m, 3 changes
12:5620:277h 31m, 2 changes
13:2620:277h 1m, 3 changes
14:5621:577h 1m, 1 change
15:2621:576h 31m, 2 changes

Cheap train tickets from Meppel to London

Book in advance

Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Meppel to London by booking early.§

Be flexible with your travel times

Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.

Choose a slower or connecting train

On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!

Look out for special deals

Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.

For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.

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