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London to Retford Train prices and times

Planning a journey from London to Retford? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as $15.58, with average prices for this route around $26.20. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Fri, Jul 11
From $15.58
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From $18.29
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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
05:55 London Kings Cross	07:32 Retford	1h 37m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:15 London Kings Cross	07:55 Retford	1h 40m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:06 London Kings Cross	08:45 Retford	1h 39m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:27 London Kings Cross	08:51 Retford	1h 24m, Direct	Find Tickets
09:06 London Kings Cross	10:46 Retford	1h 40m, Direct	Find Tickets
09:48 London Kings Cross	11:10 Paris	1h 22m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

London to Retford Train Route Details

First train

05:55

Last train

23:35

Departure station

London

Arrival station

Retford

Journey time

1h 22m

Distance

131 miles

Price

$15.58*

Train operators

Northern, East Midlands Railway, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from London to Retford

Season Tickets for frequent travel

If you frequently travel between London and Retford, a Season Ticket allows unlimited travel between these stations and is available for various durations, such as weekly, monthly, annual, or flexi. Enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey, as well as significant savings.

Network Railcard for South East England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from London to Retford. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from London to Retford, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from London to Retford ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from London to Retford more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

London to Retford Train Ticket Types

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