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Doncaster to Retford Train Schedule
Trip Summary
There are usually 7 daily train trips available from Doncaster to Retford. Traveling by train from Doncaster to Retford usually takes 13 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 16 mi (25 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 13m |
| Lowest price | $8.54 |
| Trains per day | 7 |
| Most frequent service | London North Eastern Railway |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Doncaster to Retford?
2 train services operate from Doncaster to East Retford. London North Eastern Railway usually has more trains scheduled, with 4 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Hull Trains | 3 | 0h 13m | $11.16 |
| London North Eastern Railway | 4 | 0h 14m | $8.54 |
First Hull Trains train tickets from Doncaster to Retford start from $11, and on average cost . Daily there are 3 First Hull Trains schedules to East Retford. First Hull Trains in Doncaster leaves from Doncaster Railway Station . And in East Retford trains arrive at Retford Train Station .
From Doncaster to Retford train travel on First Hull Trains takes 0 hours and 13 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, First Hull Trains offers 3 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to East Retford.
London North Eastern Railway (LNER) is a privately-owned train company that operates passenger services on behalf of the UK government. LNER manages the prestigious East Coast mainline route, connecting London King's Cross Station to various cities, including Leeds, Bradford, and Hull. With a comprehensive network of 55 stations and a fleet of approximately 75 trains, LNER facilitates numerous daily journeys, offering standard and first-class ticket options.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Doncaster to Retford
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Doncaster to Retford on Sunday. Tickets for Sunday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Sunday. Sunday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Doncaster at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 4:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 7 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Doncaster to Retford.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Retford to Doncaster.
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Station Information
Where is the train station in Doncaster?
Main departure station: Doncaster Railway Station
There is one train station in Doncaster.
All train stations in Doncaster:
Doncaster Railway Station
Where is the train station in Retford?
Main arrival station: Retford Train Station
Retford has one train station.
All train stations in Retford:
Retford Train Station
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