Derby to Retford by train

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Overview: trains from Derby to Retford

Find the key information for travelling by train from Derby to Retford, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:17 View journey
Last train 23:07 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 1hr 18m View journey
Distance (km) 56
Trains / day 38 View all
Cheapest journey €37.53 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr
Train operators 8

Derby to Retford train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Derby to Retford by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Derby to Retford take around 1 hour and 18 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 56 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Derby is scheduled to depart at around  00:35. The last departure is usually at around 20:48 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Derby at around 00:17, with the last train leaving at around 23:07. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 38 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 23 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €37.53.

We think any time is a great time to visit Retford, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Retford.

Is there a direct train from Derby to Retford?

The journey between Derby and Retford usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Derby to Retford every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Derby to Retford?

The Derby to Retford train travel takes about 1 hour and 18 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Derby to Retford train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Retford leaving Derby at around 00:35 and the last train leaving at around 20:48 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Derby at around 00:17, with the final departure at 23:07.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.