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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Retford
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
1 h 49 m
Average duration
1 h 53 m
Trains per day
2
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 $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 2 trains that leave Nottingham for Retford on Fri, Nov 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 43 km distance in an average of 1 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 49 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 1 h 56 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.
Live departures
Nottingham to Retford train times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Retford trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:25 PM Nottingham | 1h58 | 6:23 PM Retford | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
| 4:43 AM Nottingham | 1h49 | 6:32 AM Retford | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:25 AM Nottingham | 1h56 | 11:21 AM Retford | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham to Retford
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Trains from Nottingham to Retford run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. 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 1h 49m.
Distance 26 miles (43 km) |
Average train duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 49m |
First train 05:16 |
Last train 23:04 |
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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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