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Trains from Downham Market (DOW) to Retford

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15

train journeys
per day

73

miles (118 kms)

2hrs 20 mins

fastest journey

05:54 / 23:30

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Downham Market (DOW) to Retford

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Downham Market 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 Downham Market to Retford is approximately 73 miles (118 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 32 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Great Northern, First Hull Trains, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Downham Market and Retford.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Downham Market to Retford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 20 mins.

Journeys from Downham Market to Retford Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:54
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    Downham Market
    Retford
    Downham Market to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    06:54
    3 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    10:38
    Downham Market
    Retford
    Downham Market to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:26
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Downham Market
    Retford
    Downham Market to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:56
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    12:38
    Downham Market
    Retford
    Downham Market to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:56
    2 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    12:44
    Downham Market
    Retford
    Downham Market to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:56
    3 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    14:41
    Downham Market
    Retford
    Downham Market to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:56
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    14:48
    Downham Market
    Retford
    Downham Market to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    12:56
    3 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    16:18
    Downham Market
    Retford
    Downham Market to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:56
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    16:43
    Downham Market
    Retford
    Downham Market to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    14:56
    3 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    17:59
    Downham Market
    Retford
    Downham Market to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    16:54
    2 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    19:28
    Downham Market
    Retford
    Downham Market to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    17:54
    3 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    21:30
    Downham Market
    Retford
    Downham Market to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    18:54
    4 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    23:02
    Downham Market
    Retford
    Downham Market to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    19:54
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    23:14
    Downham Market
    Retford
    Downham Market to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    23:15
    8 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    07:32
    Downham Market
    Retford
    Downham Market to Retford

About Downham Market Station

Station name Downham Market (DOW)
Address Downham Market station, Railway Road, Downham Market, Norfolk, PE38 9EN
Managed by GN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 17:00
Saturday 07:10 - 13:30
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
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 Downham Market and Retford

The travel time between Downham Market and Retford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 32 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 20 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Downham Market 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 05:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:30.

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

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Great Northern, First Hull Trains, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Downham Market and Retford.

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