The average train between Cardiff and Glossop takes 4h 36m and the fastest train takes 4h 8m. There is a train service every few hours from Cardiff to Glossop. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Cardiff and Glossop. The earliest departure is at 4:33 AM at night, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 8:10 PM which arrives into Glossop at 6:25 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Glossop. However, there are services departing from Cardiff station and arriving at Glossop station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.
Cardiff to Glossop train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff to Glossop train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Cardiff to Glossop train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Cardiff and Glossop is 233.7 km. The road distance is 291 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 3h 18m.