Birmingham to Retford by train
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Overview: trains from Birmingham to Retford
Find the key information for travelling by train from Birmingham to Retford, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.
From Birmingham to Retford by train
Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Birmingham to Retford by train. With 30 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.
Train travel between Birmingham and Retford: train ticket prices
Cost of train tickets from Birmingham to Retford:
Cheapest tickets: US$48.62
Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance:
Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance:
Tickets go on sale 5 months in advance.
Train times for travel from Birmingham to Retford
During the week, the earliest departure time is at 06:00 and the last departure is 23:09. On weekends, the first train departs at 05:57 and the last train leaves at 22:31. On average, a total of 30 trains make this journey each day.
Birmingham to Retford distance and train travel time
The total distance for this route is 113 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 1 hour and 58 minutes.
When do tickets go on sale between Birmingham and Retford?
You can start planning and booking your trip between Birmingham and Retford 5 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.
Further insights on trains from Birmingham to Retford
Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Retford city guide.
FAQs about the train journey from Birmingham to Retford
Want to know more about your journey from Birmingham to Retford? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The train journey between Birmingham and Retford covers 113 kilometres.
The cheapest tickets for this route start at US$48.62. When booked 30 days ahead, prices are typically . Tickets booked 7 days in advance typically cost .
Tickets for this journey become available 5 months ahead of the travel date.
The fastest journey on this route takes 1 hour and 58 minutes.
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- From London to Retford From US$25.00
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- From Retford to London From US$34.00
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- From Retford to Leeds From US$18.50
- From Retford to Doncaster From US$10.00
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- From Retford to Lincoln From US$10.50
- From Retford to Grantham From US$20.50
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