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Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Retford

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22

train journeys
per day

157

miles (253 kms)

4hrs 22 mins

fastest journey

06:30 / 23:53

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

7

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Retford

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

The distance by rail from Cardiff Queen Street to Retford is approximately 157 miles (253 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 54 mins.

GWR, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, First Hull Trains, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Queen Street and Retford.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Queen Street to Retford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 22 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Queen Street to Retford Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:30
    4 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    11:10
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Retford
    Cardiff Queen Street to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:40
    4 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    12:21
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Retford
    Cardiff Queen Street to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:00
    4 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    12:44
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Retford
    Cardiff Queen Street to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:22
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    13:10
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Retford
    Cardiff Queen Street to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:30
    4 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    13:16
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Retford
    Cardiff Queen Street to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:30
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    14:18
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Retford
    Cardiff Queen Street to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:00
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    14:48
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Retford
    Cardiff Queen Street to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:15
    4 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    15:11
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Retford
    Cardiff Queen Street to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:30
    4 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    15:17
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Retford
    Cardiff Queen Street to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:30
    4 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    16:16
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Retford
    Cardiff Queen Street to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:00
    4 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    16:43
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Retford
    Cardiff Queen Street to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:30
    4 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    17:11
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Retford
    Cardiff Queen Street to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:30
    4 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    18:03
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Retford
    Cardiff Queen Street to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:30
    4 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    19:23
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Retford
    Cardiff Queen Street to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:30
    4 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    20:05
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Retford
    Cardiff Queen Street to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:30
    5 hrs 3 changes
    21:30
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Retford
    Cardiff Queen Street to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:30
    4 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    21:52
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Retford
    Cardiff Queen Street to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:00
    5 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    23:14
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Retford
    Cardiff Queen Street to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:15
    11 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    05:49
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Retford
    Cardiff Queen Street to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:30
    10 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    06:24
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Retford
    Cardiff Queen Street to Retford

About Cardiff Queen Street Station

Station name Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
Address Cardiff Queen Street station, Station Terrace, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 4EY
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 07:40 - 18:00
Tuesday 07:40 - 18:00
Wednesday 07:40 - 18:00
Thursday 07:40 - 18:00
Friday 07:40 - 18:00
Saturday 07:40 - 18:00
Sunday 10:00 - 15:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Cardiff Queen Street and Retford

The travel time between Cardiff Queen Street and Retford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 54 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 22 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Retford 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 06:30, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:53.

First class tickets on trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Retford typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Cardiff Queen Street 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 Cardiff Queen Street & Retford. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, First Hull Trains, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Queen Street and Retford.

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