4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Retford
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
2 h 9 m
Average duration
2 h 9 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
43 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Retford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Retford will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 1 trains that leave Nottingham for Retford on Fri, May 08, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 43 km distance in an average of 2 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 9 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 2 h 9 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.
7:50 AM2h09Nottingham9:59 AMRetford$251One-way0 transfers
- 7:50 AM2h09Nottingham9:59 AMRetford$251One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Nottingham to Retford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Retford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $25, and a train costs an average of $25.
Distance: 26 miles (43 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$25 Average price Cheapest | $13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $25 (€20) compared to roughly $13 (€10) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-12.26 (€-9.78). The journey takes 1h 11m versus 1h 4m 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.
Live departures
Nottingham to Retford train times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Retford trains for tomorrow, Friday, May 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:50 AM Nottingham | 2h09 | 9:59 AM Retford | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham to Retford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Nottingham to Retford run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 23:04. The fastest train covers the 26 miles (43 km) distance in 2h 7m.
Distance 26 miles (43 km) |
Average train duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 7m |
First train 5:16 AM |
Last train 11:04 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains from Nottingham to Retford trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Nottingham and Retford from $25 (€20). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Nottingham to Retford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham to Retford 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 Retford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nottingham to Retford
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:00 Saturday 05:00 - 22:00 Sunday 07:15 - 22:20
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: none
- Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6. The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 & Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located on ground floor of multi-storey car park on Queens Road. Additional stands in secure compound adjacent to Platform 1 on Station Road.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses will pick up and drop off from Carrington Street, at the front of the station.
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 13:00 Saturday 08:00 - 13:00 Sunday 08:20 - 13:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Advance booking is advisable.
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2. The National key toilets are located in the Waiting Room on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Station Office on Platform 1.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Platform 1 opening hours Mon - Sat 05:30 -21:30, Sun 08:30 - 21:30 Platform 2 opening hours Mon - Sat 05:30 - 22:00, Sun 08:30 - 22:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: north end of Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the front of the station.
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