Darlington to Retford by train

Taking the train from Darlington to Retford

Ready to book a trip from Darlington to Retford by train? Let this guide make the process smooth, easy and truly enjoyable. Because trains make ‘getting there’ part of the fun.

Train cost between Darlington to Retford

Getting from Darlington to Retford by rail typically costs €39.66, 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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Darlington to Retford train times

Prepare for your journey with the following departure details. The earliest train running Monday through Friday from Darlington to Retford is at 07:31 and the last is at 21:48. The first train scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays is at 07:27 and the last one is at 17:28. You can expect 6 trains making this journey each day, with trains departing every 47 minutes.

Train travel time and distance from Darlington to Retford

Trains can complete this route in as little as 1 hour. The total distance travelled is 140 kilometres.

Booking Darlington to Retford trains in advance

Booking your Darlington to Retford tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 3 and a half months before departure.

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More information on train travel from Darlington to Retford

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