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Trains from Lincoln (LCN) to Retford

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24

train journeys
per day

17

miles (28 kms)

33 mins

fastest journey

06:43 / 00:03

first / last train

17

direct trains

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Lincoln (LCN) to Retford

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On a typical weekday there are 24 scheduled rail journeys between Lincoln and Retford , with 17 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 7 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Lincoln to Retford is approximately 17 miles (28 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 3 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, First Hull Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Lincoln and Retford.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Lincoln to Retford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 33 mins.

Journeys from Lincoln to Retford Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:43
    33 mins Direct
    07:16
    Lincoln
    Retford
    Lincoln to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:52
    1 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    07:55
    Lincoln
    Retford
    Lincoln to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:23
    33 mins Direct
    07:56
    Lincoln
    Retford
    Lincoln to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:30
    1 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    08:45
    Lincoln
    Retford
    Lincoln to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:26
    33 mins Direct
    08:59
    Lincoln
    Retford
    Lincoln to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:15
    35 mins Direct
    09:50
    Lincoln
    Retford
    Lincoln to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:18
    35 mins Direct
    10:53
    Lincoln
    Retford
    Lincoln to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:22
    35 mins Direct
    11:57
    Lincoln
    Retford
    Lincoln to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:27
    1 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    12:44
    Lincoln
    Retford
    Lincoln to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:15
    35 mins Direct
    12:50
    Lincoln
    Retford
    Lincoln to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:28
    35 mins Direct
    14:03
    Lincoln
    Retford
    Lincoln to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:15
    35 mins Direct
    14:50
    Lincoln
    Retford
    Lincoln to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:22
    34 mins Direct
    15:56
    Lincoln
    Retford
    Lincoln to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:27
    1 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    16:43
    Lincoln
    Retford
    Lincoln to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:17
    35 mins Direct
    16:52
    Lincoln
    Retford
    Lincoln to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:23
    36 mins Direct
    17:59
    Lincoln
    Retford
    Lincoln to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:23
    33 mins Direct
    18:56
    Lincoln
    Retford
    Lincoln to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:26
    35 mins Direct
    20:01
    Lincoln
    Retford
    Lincoln to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:19
    33 mins Direct
    20:52
    Lincoln
    Retford
    Lincoln to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:25
    1 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    21:52
    Lincoln
    Retford
    Lincoln to Retford

About Lincoln Station

Station name Lincoln (LCN)
Address Lincoln station, St Marys Street, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN5 7EW
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 19:30
Saturday 05:00 - 19:30
Sunday 10:30 - 21:30
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 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 Lincoln and Retford

The travel time between Lincoln and Retford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 3 mins & the fastest journey takes 33 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Lincoln and Retford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 24 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:43, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:03.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 17 direct services per day from Lincoln to Retford

East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, First Hull Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Lincoln and Retford.

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