Explore Retford to Norwich by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Retford to Norwich aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.

Cost of a train ticket between Retford and Norwich

The cheapest ticket price along this route is €51.68. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 5 months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Train schedule for travel between Retford and Norwich

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 23 trains make this journey of 170 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Retford is at 05:51 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 23:19.

During the weekend, 05:50 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 23:16 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 38 minutes.

Average train travel time from Retford to Norwich

The quickest time by train is 2 hours and 22 minutes, travelling a total distance of 170 kilometres.

Booking time frame: Retford to Norwich trains

Tickets for travel to Norwich along this route are available for purchase 5 months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

Maximising your travels to Norwich

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

Frequently asked questions

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

The train journey from Retford to Norwich covers 170 kilometres in total.

What’s the cost of a train ticket from Retford to Norwich?

The cheapest ticket for this journey starts at €51.68. Tickets booked 30 days in advance typically cost around . If booked 7 days in advance, the price is typically .

When can tickets be purchased for trains travelling from Retford to Norwich?

You can book your tickets 5 months in advance for this route.

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

The fastest journey time is 2 hours and 22 minutes.