The average train between Glossop and Cardiff takes 4h 28m and the fastest train takes 3h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Glossop to Cardiff. 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 Glossop and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 6:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Glossop is at 10:52 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 9:49 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Glossop to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Glossop station and arriving at Cardiff station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.
Glossop to Cardiff train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Glossop to Cardiff train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Glossop to Cardiff train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Glossop and Cardiff is 233.7 km. The road distance is 291 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 3h 13m.