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Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Retford

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15

train journeys
per day

203

miles (327 kms)

3hrs 8 mins

fastest journey

05:48 / 01:02

first / last train

1

direct trains

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Retford

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Edinburgh Waverley and Retford , with 1 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Edinburgh Waverley to Retford is approximately 203 miles (327 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 48 mins.

Lumo, London North Eastern Railway, First Hull Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Edinburgh Waverley and Retford.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Edinburgh Waverley to Retford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 8 mins.

Journeys from Edinburgh Waverley to Retford Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:48
    3 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    09:38
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Retford
    Edinburgh Waverley to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:30
    3 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    10:38
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Retford
    Edinburgh Waverley to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:00
    3 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    11:40
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Retford
    Edinburgh Waverley to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:30
    3 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    12:38
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Retford
    Edinburgh Waverley to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:00
    3 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    13:38
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Retford
    Edinburgh Waverley to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:24
    3 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    14:41
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Retford
    Edinburgh Waverley to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:00
    3 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    16:18
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Retford
    Edinburgh Waverley to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:30
    3 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    16:39
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Retford
    Edinburgh Waverley to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:00
    3 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    17:59
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Retford
    Edinburgh Waverley to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:00
    3 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    18:17
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Retford
    Edinburgh Waverley to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:30
    3 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    18:39
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Retford
    Edinburgh Waverley to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:00
    3 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    20:17
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Retford
    Edinburgh Waverley to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:30
    4 hrs 1 change
    21:30
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Retford
    Edinburgh Waverley to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:36
    3 hrs 26 mins Direct
    23:02
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Retford
    Edinburgh Waverley to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:00
    8 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    05:49
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Retford
    Edinburgh Waverley to Retford

About Edinburgh Waverley Station

Station name Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Address Edinburgh station, Princes Street, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH1 1BB
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 22:00
Saturday 06:00 - 22:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:00
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

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 Edinburgh Waverley and Retford

The travel time between Edinburgh Waverley and Retford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 48 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 8 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Retford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:48, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:02.

First class tickets on trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Retford typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 1 direct services per day from Edinburgh Waverley to Retford

Lumo, London North Eastern Railway, First Hull Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Edinburgh Waverley and Retford.

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