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Trains from Dumfries (DMF) to Retford

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13

train journeys
per day

162

miles (261 kms)

5hrs 23 mins

fastest journey

04:57 / 23:44

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Dumfries (DMF) to Retford

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On a typical weekday there are 13 scheduled rail journeys between Dumfries and Retford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 13 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Dumfries to Retford is approximately 162 miles (261 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 44 mins.

First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Dumfries and Retford.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Dumfries to Retford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 23 mins.

Journeys from Dumfries to Retford Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:57
    5 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    10:27
    Dumfries
    Retford
    Dumfries to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:04
    6 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    12:21
    Dumfries
    Retford
    Dumfries to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:15
    5 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    12:38
    Dumfries
    Retford
    Dumfries to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:58
    6 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    14:18
    Dumfries
    Retford
    Dumfries to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:59
    6 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    15:17
    Dumfries
    Retford
    Dumfries to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:02
    6 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    16:16
    Dumfries
    Retford
    Dumfries to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:05
    6 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    17:19
    Dumfries
    Retford
    Dumfries to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:01
    4 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    17:59
    Dumfries
    Retford
    Dumfries to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:58
    6 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    20:05
    Dumfries
    Retford
    Dumfries to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:02
    5 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    21:30
    Dumfries
    Retford
    Dumfries to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:07
    5 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    23:02
    Dumfries
    Retford
    Dumfries to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:03
    10 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    05:49
    Dumfries
    Retford
    Dumfries to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:08
    12 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    11:21
    Dumfries
    Retford
    Dumfries to Retford

About Dumfries Station

Station name Dumfries (DMF)
Address Dumfries station, Lovers Walk, Dumfries, Dumfries & Galloway, DG1 1NF
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:35 - 19:30
Saturday 06:35 - 19:30
Sunday 10:30 - 19:55
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Retford Station

Station name Retford (RET)
Address Retford station, Station Road, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 7DE
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 13:00
Saturday 06:00 - 13:00
Sunday 08:20 - 13:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Dumfries and Retford

The travel time between Dumfries and Retford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 44 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 23 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Dumfries and Retford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 13 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:57, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:44.

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Amenities on trains between Dumfries and Retford can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Dumfries & Retford. owever, there are 13 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Dumfries and Retford.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Dumfries and Retford, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.