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Trains from Retford to Exeter Central (EXC)

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22

train journeys
per day

210

miles (338 kms)

4hrs 53 mins

fastest journey

05:50 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

7

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Retford to Exeter Central (EXC)

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Retford and Exeter Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Retford to Exeter Central is approximately 210 miles (338 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 40 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Retford to Exeter Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 53 mins.

Journeys from Retford to Exeter Central Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:50
    5 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    11:28
    Retford
    Exeter Central
    Retford to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:56
    4 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    11:54
    Retford
    Exeter Central
    Retford to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:41
    4 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    12:18
    Retford
    Exeter Central
    Retford to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:57
    4 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    12:53
    Retford
    Exeter Central
    Retford to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:35
    4 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    13:28
    Retford
    Exeter Central
    Retford to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:00
    4 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    13:54
    Retford
    Exeter Central
    Retford to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:39
    4 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    14:18
    Retford
    Exeter Central
    Retford to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:51
    5 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    14:54
    Retford
    Exeter Central
    Retford to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:54
    4 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    15:53
    Retford
    Exeter Central
    Retford to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:41
    4 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    16:19
    Retford
    Exeter Central
    Retford to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:58
    5 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    17:07
    Retford
    Exeter Central
    Retford to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:51
    5 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    18:05
    Retford
    Exeter Central
    Retford to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:11
    5 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    18:21
    Retford
    Exeter Central
    Retford to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:39
    4 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    18:29
    Retford
    Exeter Central
    Retford to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:03
    4 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    18:56
    Retford
    Exeter Central
    Retford to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:51
    5 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    20:14
    Retford
    Exeter Central
    Retford to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:19
    5 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    21:21
    Retford
    Exeter Central
    Retford to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:53
    5 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    21:55
    Retford
    Exeter Central
    Retford to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:00
    5 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    23:09
    Retford
    Exeter Central
    Retford to Exeter Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:18
    8 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    05:13
    Retford
    Exeter Central
    Retford to Exeter Central

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 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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Retford and Exeter Central

The travel time between Retford and Exeter Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 40 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 53 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Retford and Exeter Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:50, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Retford & Exeter Central. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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