Retford to Aberdeen by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Retford to Aberdeen? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 432 kilometres.

Train cost between Retford to Aberdeen

Getting from Retford to Aberdeen by rail typically costs US$215.38, but runs about if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to . Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.

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Retford to Aberdeen daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Aberdeen on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 11 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • 07:52: departure of first train Monday-Friday

  • 23:19: departure of last train Monday-Friday

  • 07:52: departure of first train on weekends

  • 23:34: departure of last train on weekends

  • Every 37 minutes: frequency of train departures

Travel time and distance between Retford and Aberdeen

The route’s fastest journey takes 5 hours and 53 minutes, covering a total of 432 kilometres.

How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Retford and Aberdeen?

You can secure tickets for travel between Retford and Aberdeen up to 4 months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.

Learn even more about travelling from Retford to Aberdeen by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Aberdeen.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance between Retford and Aberdeen by train?

The train journey from Retford to Aberdeen covers 432 kilometres in total.

What’s the cost of a train ticket from Retford to Aberdeen?

The cheapest tickets for this route start at US$215.38. When booked 30 days ahead, prices are typically . Tickets booked 7 days in advance typically cost .

How far in advance can I book my Retford to Aberdeen train travel?

Tickets for travel along this route go on sale 4 months in advance.

What’s the travel time from Retford to Aberdeen by train?

The fastest journey is 5 hours and 53 minutes.