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Trains from Canterbury East (CBE) to Retford

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16

train journeys
per day

165

miles (265 kms)

3hrs 51 mins

fastest journey

04:59 / 00:18

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Canterbury East (CBE) to Retford

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Canterbury East and Retford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Canterbury East to Retford is approximately 165 miles (265 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 53 mins.

Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Southeastern, First Hull Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Canterbury East and Retford.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Canterbury East to Retford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 51 mins.

Journeys from Canterbury East to Retford Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:59
    3 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    08:45
    Canterbury East
    Retford
    Canterbury East to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:19
    3 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    08:51
    Canterbury East
    Retford
    Canterbury East to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:56
    3 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    10:46
    Canterbury East
    Retford
    Canterbury East to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:28
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    11:10
    Canterbury East
    Retford
    Canterbury East to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:00
    3 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    12:44
    Canterbury East
    Retford
    Canterbury East to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:19
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    13:10
    Canterbury East
    Retford
    Canterbury East to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:02
    3 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    14:48
    Canterbury East
    Retford
    Canterbury East to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:02
    3 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    16:43
    Canterbury East
    Retford
    Canterbury East to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:00
    4 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    18:03
    Canterbury East
    Retford
    Canterbury East to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:02
    4 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    19:28
    Canterbury East
    Retford
    Canterbury East to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:14
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    20:05
    Canterbury East
    Retford
    Canterbury East to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:02
    3 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    21:52
    Canterbury East
    Retford
    Canterbury East to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:04
    4 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    23:14
    Canterbury East
    Retford
    Canterbury East to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:02
    9 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    07:32
    Canterbury East
    Retford
    Canterbury East to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:18
    9 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    08:45
    Canterbury East
    Retford
    Canterbury East to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:50
    9 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    08:51
    Canterbury East
    Retford
    Canterbury East to Retford

About Canterbury East Station

Station name Canterbury East (CBE)
Address Canterbury East station, Station Road East, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2RB
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 20:20
Saturday 06:10 - 20:20
Sunday 07:30 - 19:00
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

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 Canterbury East and Retford

The travel time between Canterbury East and Retford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 53 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 51 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Canterbury East and Retford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:59, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:18.

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Amenities on trains between Canterbury East 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 Canterbury East & Retford. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Southeastern, First Hull Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Canterbury East and Retford.

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