The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Grindleford
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£77
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£90
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
2 h 26 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
4 h 46 m
Trains on 20 Sept
5
Distance
224 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Grindleford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Grindleford will cost around £90 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £77.
To travel from London to Grindleford you need to make at least one change.
22:028h31London6:33Grindleford£771One-way1 change
16:022h26London18:28Grindleford£771One-way1 change
18:022h26London20:28Grindleford£771One-way1 change
20:022h28London22:30Grindleford£771One-way1 change
22:357h58London6:33Grindleford£1401One-way2 changes
16:022h26London18:28Grindleford£771One-way1 change
18:022h26London20:28Grindleford£771One-way1 change
20:022h28London22:30Grindleford£771One-way1 change
22:357h58London6:33Grindleford£1401One-way2 changes
22:028h31London6:33Grindleford£771One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London to Grindleford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Grindleford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, while a flight costs an average of £360.
Distance: 224 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£48 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest | £360 Average Price | £44 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration 1h 51m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Grindleford:
A coach is £33 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Grindleford costing on average £48.
A coach is £345 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Grindleford costing on average £360.
Other travel options to Grindleford take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 17m.
Coach takes on average 3h 56m.
You'll arrive about 1h 18m sooner (2h 17m by train vs 3h 35m by car). Tickets start at around £48 compared to roughly £44 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets London to Grindleford by train or coach
Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book London to Grindleford 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 London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) or east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from London to Grindleford.
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- 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 London to Grindleford.
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 London to Grindleford.
Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Grindleford
Trains from London to Grindleford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:27, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 224 km distance in 2h 16m.
Distance 224 km |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 16m |
First train 5:27 |
Last train 23:35 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway from London to Grindleford trainsEast Midlands Railway trains will get you between London and Grindleford from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Railway
FAQs: London to Grindleford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Grindleford 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 Grindleford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Grindleford
Most London to Grindleford trains use the London St Pancras International to Grindleford station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Grindleford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London St Pancras International from London city centre
London St Pancras International train station facilities and services
London St Pancras International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.
Which Grindleford station do trains from London arrive at?
Getting to Grindleford from Grindleford city centre
Grindleford is 1 km from Grindleford city centre. Public transport options include:
Grindleford train station facilities and services
Grindleford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Grindleford.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Grindleford: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Grindleford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Grindleford.
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