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Trains from Carnforth (CNF) to Retford

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15

train journeys
per day

93

miles (150 kms)

3hrs 2 mins

fastest journey

05:43 / 22:44

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Carnforth (CNF) to Retford

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Carnforth and Retford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Carnforth to Retford is approximately 93 miles (150 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 53 mins.

London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, First Hull Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Carnforth and Retford.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Carnforth to Retford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 2 mins.

Journeys from Carnforth to Retford Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:43
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    09:20
    Carnforth
    Retford
    Carnforth to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    06:44
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    10:19
    Carnforth
    Retford
    Carnforth to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    06:58
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    10:38
    Carnforth
    Retford
    Carnforth to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:43
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    11:21
    Carnforth
    Retford
    Carnforth to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:39
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    12:21
    Carnforth
    Retford
    Carnforth to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:40
    3 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    13:16
    Carnforth
    Retford
    Carnforth to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:51
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    13:38
    Carnforth
    Retford
    Carnforth to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:56
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    14:41
    Carnforth
    Retford
    Carnforth to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:40
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    15:17
    Carnforth
    Retford
    Carnforth to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    12:43
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    16:16
    Carnforth
    Retford
    Carnforth to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    12:56
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    16:18
    Carnforth
    Retford
    Carnforth to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    14:57
    3 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    17:59
    Carnforth
    Retford
    Carnforth to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    15:39
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    19:23
    Carnforth
    Retford
    Carnforth to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    17:56
    3 hrs 34 mins 1 change
    21:30
    Carnforth
    Retford
    Carnforth to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    21:43
    8 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    05:49
    Carnforth
    Retford
    Carnforth to Retford

About Carnforth Station

Station name Carnforth (CNF)
Address Carnforth station, Market Street, Carnforth, Lancashire, LA5 9ET
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
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 Carnforth and Retford

The travel time between Carnforth and Retford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 53 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 2 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Carnforth and Retford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:43, and the last train of the day leaves at 22:44.

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Amenities on trains between Carnforth 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 Carnforth & Retford. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, First Hull Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Carnforth and Retford.

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