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Trains from Exeter Central (EXC) to Retford

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27

train journeys
per day

210

miles (338 kms)

5hrs 2 mins

fastest journey

00:02 / 23:51

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Exeter Central (EXC) to Retford

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On a typical weekday there are 27 scheduled rail journeys between Exeter Central and Retford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 27 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Exeter Central to Retford is approximately 210 miles (338 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 5 mins.

GWR, Northern Rail, South Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, First Hull Trains, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Exeter Central and Retford.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Exeter Central to Retford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 2 mins.

Journeys from Exeter Central to Retford Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    00:02
    7 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    07:55
    Exeter Central
    Retford
    Exeter Central to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:14
    5 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    11:10
    Exeter Central
    Retford
    Exeter Central to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:16
    5 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    11:21
    Exeter Central
    Retford
    Exeter Central to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:42
    5 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    12:21
    Exeter Central
    Retford
    Exeter Central to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:41
    5 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    12:44
    Exeter Central
    Retford
    Exeter Central to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:04
    5 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    13:16
    Exeter Central
    Retford
    Exeter Central to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:14
    5 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    14:18
    Exeter Central
    Retford
    Exeter Central to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:23
    5 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    14:48
    Exeter Central
    Retford
    Exeter Central to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:52
    5 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    15:11
    Exeter Central
    Retford
    Exeter Central to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:14
    5 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    15:17
    Exeter Central
    Retford
    Exeter Central to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:14
    5 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    16:16
    Exeter Central
    Retford
    Exeter Central to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:32
    5 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    16:43
    Exeter Central
    Retford
    Exeter Central to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:53
    5 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    17:11
    Exeter Central
    Retford
    Exeter Central to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:14
    5 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    17:19
    Exeter Central
    Retford
    Exeter Central to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:51
    5 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    18:03
    Exeter Central
    Retford
    Exeter Central to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:12
    5 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    18:18
    Exeter Central
    Retford
    Exeter Central to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:14
    5 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    19:23
    Exeter Central
    Retford
    Exeter Central to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:51
    5 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    20:05
    Exeter Central
    Retford
    Exeter Central to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:14
    5 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    20:18
    Exeter Central
    Retford
    Exeter Central to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:13
    5 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    21:30
    Exeter Central
    Retford
    Exeter Central to Retford

About Exeter Central Station

Station name Exeter Central (EXC)
Address Exeter Central station, Queen Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3SB
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:50 - 18:15
Saturday 07:50 - 18:15
Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
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

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 Exeter Central and Retford

The travel time between Exeter Central and Retford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 5 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 2 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Exeter Central and Retford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 27 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:02, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:51.

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Amenities on trains between Exeter Central 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 Exeter Central & Retford. owever, there are 27 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Northern Rail, South Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, First Hull Trains, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Exeter Central and Retford.

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