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Retford to Glossop by train

First train

05:13

Last train

21:27

Departure station

Retford

Arrival station

Glossop

Journey time

From 2h 37m

Distance

42 miles (68 km)

Frequency

13 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway

Taking the train from Retford to Glossop in 2 hours 37 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Retford to Glossop? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 3 hours 31 minutes to travel the 42 miles (68 km) from Retford to Glossop by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 37 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 13 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with East Midlands Railway or TransPennine Express, as they are the main operators of services on this route.

Book train tickets from Retford to Glossop in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Glossop by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Retford to Glossop? 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 Retford to Glossop take?

The average journey time by train between Retford and Glossop is 3 hours and 31 minutes, with around 13 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 Retford and Glossop by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Retford to Glossop is 2 hours and 37 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Retford to Glossop?

No, there are no direct train services from Retford to Glossop. Travelling from Retford to Glossop by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Retford to Glossop leave?

The first train from Retford to Glossop leaves at 05:13. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Retford to Glossop leave?

The last train from Retford to Glossop leaves at 21:27. 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 Retford and Glossop by train?

Trains travelling from Retford to Glossop cover a distance of around 42 miles (68 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

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

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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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