Retford to Wakefield by train

  • First train
    06:56
  • Last train
    23:34
  • Avg changes
    0
  • Fastest journey
    31m
  • Distance
    55 kilometres
  • Trains per day
    14
  • Avg. journey time
    1hr 6m
  • Train operators
Prices explained

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The cheapest price is the lowest fare we've ever found for this journey. These prices can usually be found by searching when booking opens but they vary due to availability, which depends on factors like the day of the week or time of year.

More popular journeys include 30 days in advance and 7 days in advance prices. These are updated every two weeks using prices we've found by searching exactly 7 or 30 days from the most recent Thursday (we picked Thursday because this is when average prices are usually found).

30 day and 7 day prices fluctuate based on demand and availability at the time of search. For example, the 7-day price in summer is likely to be more expensive than the same journey in winter.

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Taking the train from Retford to Wakefield

So you’re considering going from Retford to Wakefield by train? To ensure you have the smoothest, most carefree travel, keep this page handy.

Train travel between Retford and Wakefield: train ticket prices

Cost of train tickets from Retford to Wakefield:

  • Cheapest tickets: US$16.50

  • Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance:

Tickets go on sale 4 and a half months in advance.

Retford to Wakefield train times

Prepare for your journey with the following departure details. The earliest train running Monday through Friday from Retford to Wakefield is at 06:56 and the last is at 23:17. The first train scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays is at 06:56 and the last one is at 23:34. You can expect 14 trains making this journey each day, with trains departing every 11 minutes.

Train travel time and distance from Retford to Wakefield

Trains can complete this route in as little as 31 minutes. The total distance travelled is 55 kilometres.

How far in advance Retford and Wakefield tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Retford and Wakefield are available 4 and a half months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Maximising your travels to Wakefield

For a smooth travel experience, explore our help articles. Start planning your holiday and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Wakefield.

FAQs about the train journey from Retford to Wakefield

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

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

The train journey from Retford to Wakefield covers 55 kilometres in total.

How much is a train ticket from Retford to Wakefield?

The cheapest fare on this route is US$16.50. If you book 30 days in advance, tickets cost about . If booked 7 days in advance, the cost is typically .

When do tickets go on sale for trains from Retford to Wakefield?

Tickets for this journey become available 4 and a half months before the travel date.

How long does it take to get from Retford to Wakefield?

The fastest journey on this route takes 31 minutes.

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