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Trip Summary
6 trains operate daily from Peterborough to Retford. The train trip from Peterborough to Retford is usually about 46 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest London North Eastern Railway train can get you there in as little as 45 minutes.
| Distance | 60 mi (96 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 45m |
| Lowest price | €18.39 |
| Trains per day | 6 |
| Most frequent service | London North Eastern Railway |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Peterborough to Retford?
London North Eastern Railway is the one and only train line which connects Peterborough to East Retford. However, there are 6 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| London North Eastern Railway | 6 | 0h 47m | €25.55 |
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
Trains from Peterborough to Retford are the most crowded on Thursday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Thursday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Peterborough at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 3:00pm. 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 6 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Peterborough to Retford.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Retford to Peterborough.
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Station Information
Where is the train station in Peterborough?
Main departure station: Peterborough Train Station
There is one train station in Peterborough.
All train stations in Peterborough:
Peterborough Train 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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