Retford to Gainsborough by train

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Overview: trains from Retford to Gainsborough

Find the key information for travelling by train from Retford to Gainsborough, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:13 View journey
Last train 22:09 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 13m View journey
Distance (km) 14
Trains / day 51 View all
Cheapest journey CA$10.00 View journey
Avg journey time 16m
Train operators 2

Taking the train from Retford to Gainsborough

Ready to book a trip from Retford to Gainsborough by train? Let this guide make the process smooth, easy and truly enjoyable. Because trains make ‘getting there’ part of the fun.

Cost of a train ticket between Retford and Gainsborough

The cheapest ticket price along this route is CA$10.00. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 4 and a half months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Retford to Gainsborough train schedule

  • The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 06:13.

  • The latest weekday train along this route departs at 20:32.

  • The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 06:13.

  • The latest weekend train along this route departs at 22:09.

  • 51 trains run along this route each day.

  • Trains leave the station every 6 minutes.

Retford to Gainsborough distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 14 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 13 minutes.

Booking time frame: Retford to Gainsborough trains

Tickets for travel to Gainsborough along this route are available for purchase 4 and a half months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

Additional information on train travel from Retford to Gainsborough

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Gainsborough city guide to start planning your getaway.

FAQs about the train journey from Retford to Gainsborough

Want to know more about your journey from Retford to Gainsborough? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance between Retford and Gainsborough by train is 14 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.