Retford station
Station Road
Retford
Nottinghamshire
DN22 7DE
Retford Station can be found on Station Road in Retford as shown on the map, and is operated by LNER.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Retford Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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Located in Nottinghamshire, England, Retford Train Station is a key hub for local and long-distance travel. Whether you're a daily commuter, a leisure traveler, or someone embarking on an adventure, Retford offers a range of facilities and travel options to ensure your journey goes smoothly. This guide will help you navigate station amenities and explore onward connections to popular destinations.
Retford Station boasts an array of facilities designed to accommodate travelers' needs. The ticket office operates from early morning until mid-afternoon during weekdays and Saturdays, and a bit later on Sundays. For convenience, ticket machines are available for purchasing or collecting tickets purchased online, including accessible machines and smartcard validators.
Ensuring the comfort of all passengers, Retford Train Station provides step-free access across all platforms and accessible facilities such as toilets and waiting rooms. With secure station accreditation, passengers can travel with confidence knowing that CCTV is present, and staff are available to assist from early morning until late at night.
Getting to and from Retford is hassle-free. The station's taxi rank is directly opposite the entrance with several local taxi operators available for hire—some even offering wheelchair-friendly vehicles. For those requiring rail replacement services, coaches are accessible right in front of the station.
While there are no cycle hire facilities, Retford provides sheltered bicycle storage with CCTV, catering to cyclists. Though convenient parking options are not in short supply, charges do apply, and accessible spaces are limited.
Once you’ve arrived in Retford, you might be looking to venture further afield. The station is well-connected to several bustling cities and charming towns. Jump on a train from Retford to London Kings Cross for an exciting city escape, or perhaps enjoy a cultural trip to York.
For those looking east, consider a journey from Retford to Lincoln to admire its iconic cathedral. If the north beckons, Sheffield offers a vibrant urban experience. Adventurers seeking serene natural landscapes may be drawn to riding the rails from Retford to Newcastle or Edinburgh, experiencing breathtaking sceneries along the way.
With its well-equipped facilities and strategic connections, Retford Train Station is not just a transit point; it's the start of many potential adventures. Whether it's a brief visit or an extensive journey, Retford is ready to cater to every traveler's needs.
Ready to embark on your next venture from Retford? Why not plan your trip to London Kings Cross, or explore nearby attractions with a train journey to Lincoln. The exciting destinations that await you highlight that at Retford, every departure is the beginning of a new journey. So, get those tickets sorted, pack your bags, and let Retford station be your gateway to discovering the UK!
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| Ticket Office Opening hours |
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| Ticket machines | Yes | ||||||
| Collect tickets bought online | Yes Collect tickets at the ticket machine | ||||||
| Accessible ticket machines | Yes | ||||||
| Induction loop | Yes | ||||||
| Smartcards | |||||||
| Smartcards issued at this station | Yes | ||||||
| Smartcard validators | Yes | ||||||
| Information available from staff | Yes - from help point | ||||||
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| Customer information | DepartureScreens ArrivalScreens Announcements | ||||||
| Staff help available |
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| Customer help points | No | ||||||
| Customer services notes | We welcome your feedback, suggestions and ideas to help us to make changes that can develop and grow our business. This station has Secure Station Accreditation | ||||||
| Luggage storage | No | ||||||
| Lost property |
None | ||||||
| CCTV at the station | Yes |
| Station Accessibility | |||||||
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| Step-free access | Step free access is available in parts of this station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station is a category A station according to the Office of Rail and Road station classification system https://www.orr.gov.uk/media/10955. Retford has an RNIB 'Map for All' located outside the main entrance to the left of the doors. Staff can deploy station ramps at all times when trains are operating through this station to help customers who need step-free access board any train at this station. Where in circumstances beyond our control station staff are not available, on train staff can deploy the on board ramp if necessary. | ||||||
| Ticket barriers and gates | No | ||||||
| Accessible ticket machines | Yes | ||||||
| Induction loop | Yes | ||||||
| Ramp for train access | Yes | ||||||
| Accessible Toilets | Yes | ||||||
| Waiting rooms | This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Platform 1 opening hours Mon - Sat 05:30 -21:30, Sun 08:30 - 21:30 Platform 2 opening hours Mon - Sat 05:30 - 22:00, Sun 08:30 - 22:00 | ||||||
| Seating area | Yes | ||||||
| Wheelchairs available | Yes | ||||||
| Getting to and from the station | |||||||
| Accessible taxis here | No | ||||||
| Impaired mobility set down/pick-up point | Yes Station Front | ||||||
| Accessible spaces | 3 | ||||||
| Accessible car park equipment | True None | ||||||
| Staff Help | |||||||
| Staff help available |
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| Customer Help Points and Meeting Point | No | ||||||
| Helpline | We want everyone to travel with confidence. That is why, if you are planning on travelling on national rail services, you can request an assistance booking in advance - now up to 2 hours before your journey is due to start, any time of the day. For more information about Passenger Assist and how to request an assistance booking via Passenger Assist, please click here. | ||||||
| Toilets | Yes The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2. The National key toilets are located in the Waiting Room on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Station Office on Platform 1. Toilet opening hours are at all times that the station is open. |
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| Accessible Toilets | Yes |
| Baby Changing | Yes |
| Waiting rooms | This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Platform 1 opening hours Mon - Sat 05:30 -21:30, Sun 08:30 - 21:30 Platform 2 opening hours Mon - Sat 05:30 - 22:00, Sun 08:30 - 22:00 |
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| Seating area | Yes |
| 1st Class Lounge | No |
| Station Car Park | |||||||||||||||||||
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| Operator | London North Eastern Railway | ||||||||||||||||||
| Car Parking Availability |
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| Spaces | 84 | ||||||||||||||||||
| Accessible spaces | 3 | ||||||||||||||||||
| Accessible car park equipment | Yes | ||||||||||||||||||
| Car park CCTV | No | ||||||||||||||||||
| Parking charges |
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| Refreshment Facilities | Available Coffee shop available on platform 1 for refreshments |
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| ATM Machine | No |
| Shops | No |
| Currency Exchange | No |
| Pay Phones | Yes |
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| Public Wi-Fi | No |
| Bicycle Storage | |
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| Spaces | 38 north end of Platform 1 |
| Type of Storage | Stands, |
| Sheltered | Yes |
| CCTV | Yes |
| Bicycle Hire | |
| Cycle Hire Information | There are no cycle hire facilities at this station |
Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the front of the station. |
Taxi rank is immediately opposite station entrance. Advance booking is advisable. Check availability before travelling. Local operators: Earlybird 01777 700 678 (wheelchair accessible taxi available) Hinchcliffe's 01777 702 049 Shelley's 01777 700108 Target Taxis 01777 248948 (wheelchair accessible taxi available) |
Information to plan your onward journey is available in a printable format here |
| Arriving from | Train | Arrival Time | Platform | Status |
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| from Leeds | Northern | 09:20 | 4 | On time |
| from Beverley | Hull Trains | 09:39 | 1 | On time |
| from Lincoln Central | Northern | 09:51 | 3 | On time |
| from Leeds | Northern | 10:20 | 4 | On time |
| from Sheffield | Northern | 10:27 | 4 | On time |
| from York | London North Eastern Railway | 10:38 | 1 | On time |
| from London Kings Cross | London North Eastern Railway | 10:46 | 2 | On time |
| from Lincoln Central | Northern | 10:53 | 3 | On time |
| Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| to Lincoln Central | Northern | 09:21 | 4 | On time |
| to London Kings Cross | Hull Trains | 09:40 | 1 | On time |
| to Leeds | Northern | 09:52 | 3 | On time |
| to Lincoln Central | Northern | 10:20 | 4 | On time |
| to Cleethorpes | Northern | 10:28 | 4 | On time |
| to London Kings Cross | London North Eastern Railway | 10:40 | 1 | On time |
| to York | London North Eastern Railway | 10:47 | 2 | On time |
| to Leeds | Northern | 10:54 | 3 | On time |