Retford to Bristol by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Retford to Bristol? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 228 kilometres.

Train cost for travel between Retford and Bristol

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is US$148.86, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 3 and a half months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Retford to Bristol train schedule

  • The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 05:51.

  • The latest weekday train along this route departs at 23:18.

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

  • The latest weekend train along this route departs at 23:34.

  • 36 trains run along this route each day.

  • Trains leave the station every 13 minutes.

Train duration for trips from Retford to Bristol

The swiftest journey time on this route is 3 hours and 14 minutes, crossing a total distance of 228 kilometres.

How far in advance Retford and Bristol tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Retford and Bristol are available 3 and a half months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Additional information on train travel from Retford to Bristol

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 Bristol city guide to start planning your getaway.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Retford to Bristol by train?

The train journey between Retford and Bristol spans 228 kilometres.

How much is a train ticket from Retford to Bristol?

The lowest price on this route is US$148.86. Tickets booked 30 days in advance cost around , while those booked 7 days in advance are around .

How far in advance can I book my Retford to Bristol train tickets?

Tickets for this route become available 3 and a half months before the travel date.

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

The fastest journey is 3 hours and 14 minutes.