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Trains from Retford to Northampton

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29

train journeys
per day

74

miles (119 kms)

2hrs 47 mins

fastest journey

05:50 / 01:14

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Retford to Northampton

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On a typical weekday there are 29 scheduled rail journeys between Retford and Northampton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 29 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Retford to Northampton is approximately 74 miles (119 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 41 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Retford to Northampton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 47 mins.

Journeys from Retford to Northampton Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:50
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    09:25
    Retford
    Northampton
    Retford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:51
    3 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    10:25
    Retford
    Northampton
    Retford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:56
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    10:38
    Retford
    Northampton
    Retford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:41
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    10:56
    Retford
    Northampton
    Retford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:57
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    11:37
    Retford
    Northampton
    Retford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:35
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    11:57
    Retford
    Northampton
    Retford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:00
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    12:38
    Retford
    Northampton
    Retford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:39
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    12:55
    Retford
    Northampton
    Retford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:51
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    13:37
    Retford
    Northampton
    Retford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:40
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    13:55
    Retford
    Northampton
    Retford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:54
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    14:37
    Retford
    Northampton
    Retford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:41
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    14:57
    Retford
    Northampton
    Retford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:58
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    15:38
    Retford
    Northampton
    Retford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:40
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    16:25
    Retford
    Northampton
    Retford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:51
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    16:37
    Retford
    Northampton
    Retford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:39
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    16:55
    Retford
    Northampton
    Retford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:03
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    17:41
    Retford
    Northampton
    Retford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:43
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    18:14
    Retford
    Northampton
    Retford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:51
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    18:37
    Retford
    Northampton
    Retford to Northampton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:19
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    19:24
    Retford
    Northampton
    Retford to Northampton

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 Northampton Station

Station name Northampton (NMP)
Address Northampton station, Black Lion Hill, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1SP
Managed by LN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 06:00 - 19:00
Sunday 07:00 - 20:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Retford and Northampton

The travel time between Retford and Northampton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 41 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 47 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Retford and Northampton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 29 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:50, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:14.

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Amenities on trains between Retford and Northampton 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 & Northampton. owever, there are 29 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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