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Trains from Birmingham Stations to Retford

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26

train journeys
per day

70

miles (113 kms)

2hrs 13 mins

fastest journey

06:03 / 01:17

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Birmingham Stations to Retford

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On a typical weekday there are 26 scheduled rail journeys between Birmingham Stations and Retford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 26 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birmingham Stations to Retford is approximately 70 miles (113 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 4 mins.

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

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birmingham New Street to Retford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 13 mins.

Journeys from Birmingham Stations to Retford Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:03
    2 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    08:18
    Birmingham New Street
    Retford
    Birmingham New Street to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:03
    2 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    09:20
    Birmingham New Street
    Retford
    Birmingham New Street to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:03
    2 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    10:19
    Birmingham New Street
    Retford
    Birmingham New Street to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:30
    1 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    10:27
    Birmingham New Street
    Retford
    Birmingham New Street to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:03
    2 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    11:21
    Birmingham New Street
    Retford
    Birmingham New Street to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:03
    2 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    12:21
    Birmingham New Street
    Retford
    Birmingham New Street to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:12
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    12:44
    Birmingham New Street
    Retford
    Birmingham New Street to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:03
    2 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    13:16
    Birmingham New Street
    Retford
    Birmingham New Street to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:03
    2 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    14:18
    Birmingham New Street
    Retford
    Birmingham New Street to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:19
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    15:11
    Birmingham New Street
    Retford
    Birmingham New Street to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:03
    2 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    15:17
    Birmingham New Street
    Retford
    Birmingham New Street to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:03
    2 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    16:16
    Birmingham New Street
    Retford
    Birmingham New Street to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:18
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    17:11
    Birmingham New Street
    Retford
    Birmingham New Street to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:03
    2 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    17:19
    Birmingham New Street
    Retford
    Birmingham New Street to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:12
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    18:03
    Birmingham New Street
    Retford
    Birmingham New Street to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:03
    2 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    18:18
    Birmingham New Street
    Retford
    Birmingham New Street to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:03
    2 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    19:23
    Birmingham New Street
    Retford
    Birmingham New Street to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:12
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    20:05
    Birmingham New Street
    Retford
    Birmingham New Street to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:30
    2 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    20:17
    Birmingham New Street
    Retford
    Birmingham New Street to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:03
    2 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    20:18
    Birmingham New Street
    Retford
    Birmingham New Street to Retford

About Birmingham Stations Station

Station name Birmingham Stations (13)
Address Sheffield station, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 22:50
Saturday 05:00 - 22:50
Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
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

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 Birmingham Stations and Retford

The travel time between Birmingham Stations and Retford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 4 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 13 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birmingham Stations and Retford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 26 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:03, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:17.

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Amenities on trains between Birmingham Stations 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 Birmingham Stations & Retford. owever, there are 26 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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