The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby to Glossop
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£52
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£52
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 48 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 48 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
66 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to Glossop is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Glossop will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £52.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 trains from Derby to Glossop, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 66 km distance in an average of 2 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 48 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
9:452h48Derby12:33Glossop£521One-way0 changes
9:452h48Derby12:33Glossop£521One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Derby to Glossop
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Glossop among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 22m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, while a train costs an average of £58.
Distance: 66 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£58 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest | £13 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Derby to Glossop:
A coach is £40 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Derby to Glossop costing on average £58.
Other travel options to Glossop take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 38m.
Tickets start at around £58 compared to roughly £13 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-44.40. The journey takes 1h 52m versus 1h 26m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Compare prices and tickets Derby to Glossop by train or coach
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Why should you book Derby to Glossop trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of east_midlands_trains or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Derby to Glossop.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare East Midlands Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Derby to Glossop.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Derby to Glossop.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby to Glossop
Trains from Derby to Glossop run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:54, the last at 21:22. The fastest train covers the 66 km distance in 2h 6m.
Distance 66 km |
Average train duration 1h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 6m |
First train 5:54 |
Last train 21:22 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Derby to Glossop trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Derby and Glossop from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Derby to Glossop train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to Glossop by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Glossop, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Derby and Glossop
Most Derby to Glossop trains use the Derby to Glossop station pair. Use this guide to compare Derby and Glossop train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Derby station do trains to Glossop leave from?
Getting to Derby from Derby city centre
Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Derby train station facilities and services
Derby has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Derby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Derby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Derby.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Derby: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Derby: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Derby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Glossop station do trains from Derby arrive at?
Getting to Glossop from Glossop city centre
Glossop train station facilities and services
Glossop has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Glossop.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glossop.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glossop: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glossop: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glossop: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Level access from car park to the ticket hall, through a set of double doors onto the platform, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Located in the Booking Hall Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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