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Trains from Retford to Darlington (DAR)

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21

train journeys
per day

86

miles (139 kms)

1hrs 12 mins

fastest journey

06:13 / 00:06

first / last train

1

direct trains

4

operators run

9

routes

Trains from Retford to Darlington (DAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Retford and Darlington , with 1 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Retford to Darlington is approximately 86 miles (139 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 6 mins.

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

There are 9 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Retford to Darlington. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 12 mins.

Journeys from Retford to Darlington Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:13
    2 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    08:58
    Retford
    Darlington
    Retford to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:56
    1 hrs 12 mins Direct
    09:08
    Retford
    Darlington
    Retford to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:47
    1 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    10:04
    Retford
    Darlington
    Retford to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:52
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    10:58
    Retford
    Darlington
    Retford to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:00
    2 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    11:13
    Retford
    Darlington
    Retford to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:47
    1 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    12:03
    Retford
    Darlington
    Retford to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:11
    1 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    13:07
    Retford
    Darlington
    Retford to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:50
    1 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    14:07
    Retford
    Darlington
    Retford to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:11
    1 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    15:07
    Retford
    Darlington
    Retford to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:50
    1 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    16:06
    Retford
    Darlington
    Retford to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:12
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    17:06
    Retford
    Darlington
    Retford to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:44
    1 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    18:08
    Retford
    Darlington
    Retford to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:12
    1 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    19:09
    Retford
    Darlington
    Retford to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:00
    1 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    19:59
    Retford
    Darlington
    Retford to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:05
    1 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    20:04
    Retford
    Darlington
    Retford to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:41
    2 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    20:51
    Retford
    Darlington
    Retford to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:30
    1 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    21:04
    Retford
    Darlington
    Retford to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:14
    1 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    21:44
    Retford
    Darlington
    Retford to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:53
    2 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    23:56
    Retford
    Darlington
    Retford to Darlington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:16
    1 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    00:57
    Retford
    Darlington
    Retford to Darlington

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

About Darlington Station

Station name Darlington (DAR)
Address Darlington station, Bank Top, Darlington, County Durham, DL1 4AA
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 07:00 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
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 Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Retford and Darlington

The travel time between Retford and Darlington by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 6 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 12 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Retford and Darlington vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 21 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:13, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

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Amenities on trains between Retford and Darlington 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 Retford to Darlington

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

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