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Direct services & connecting journeys
The journey results show whether direct services or options involving a change are available from Marple to Richmond (London) for your selected date and time.
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Before you start your journey
Departing from Marple
- Departure station
- Marple station guide
- Address
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- Station Rd, Marple SK6 7BP
Operators serving Marple
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Facilities at Marple
- Ticket Office
- Waiting Room
- Toilets
Parking & meeting your train
- Station car park (60 spaces)
Explore the area around Marple
- Marple Aqueduct
- Peak Forest Canal
About your departure station
Opened in 1865 by the Sheffield and Midland Railway, Marple served the Peak District's canal and mill traffic.
The station retains original Victorian buildings, carefully preserved.
It played roles in both World Wars for munitions traffic.
Marple's survival represents the importance of maintaining rural rail links near urban areas.
Recent upgrades have improved accessibility while preserving historic features.
The station remains vital for local travel and tourism, connecting communities to Manchester while preserving elements of its industrial past in this picturesque canal side location at the edge of the Pennines.
Questions about this journey
Where can I see fares and train times from Marple to Richmond (London)?
Open the ticket search and enter Marple as your departure station and Richmond (London) as your arrival station, then add your travel date and passenger details to see the available options.
How do I check whether I need to change trains between Marple and Richmond (London)?
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Can I include a Railcard?
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