Travelling from Cambridge to Retford by train

Considering a train trip from Cambridge to Retford? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.

Train cost for travel between Cambridge and Retford

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 €53.86, 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 5 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.

Cambridge to Retford train schedule

  • The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 05:15.

  • The latest weekday train along this route departs at 21:01.

  • The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 05:15.

  • The latest weekend train along this route departs at 21:04.

  • 23 trains run along this route each day.

  • Trains leave the station every 44 minutes.

Train duration for trips from Cambridge to Retford

The swiftest journey time on this route is 1 hour and 41 minutes, crossing a total distance of 145 kilometres.

How far in advance Cambridge and Retford tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Cambridge and Retford are available 5 and a half months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Making the most of your Cambridge to Retford travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Retford.

Frequently asked questions

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

The train journey from Cambridge to Retford covers 145 kilometres in total.

How much does the train from Cambridge to Retford cost?

The minimum fare on this route is €53.86. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . If booked 7 days before departure, the cost is approximately .

When can I buy tickets for trains running from Cambridge to Retford?

Tickets for travel between Cambridge to Retford are available 5 and a half months before departure.

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

The quickest journey is 1 hour and 41 minutes.