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Trains from Eastbourne (EBN) to Retford

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17

train journeys
per day

183

miles (295 kms)

3hrs 37 mins

fastest journey

04:49 / 23:26

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Eastbourne (EBN) to Retford

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Eastbourne and Retford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Eastbourne to Retford is approximately 183 miles (295 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 30 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Eastbourne to Retford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 37 mins.

Journeys from Eastbourne to Retford Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:49
    3 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    Eastbourne
    Retford
    Eastbourne to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:29
    4 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Eastbourne
    Retford
    Eastbourne to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:29
    3 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    11:10
    Eastbourne
    Retford
    Eastbourne to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:33
    4 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    12:44
    Eastbourne
    Retford
    Eastbourne to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:33
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    13:10
    Eastbourne
    Retford
    Eastbourne to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:33
    4 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    14:48
    Eastbourne
    Retford
    Eastbourne to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:33
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    15:11
    Eastbourne
    Retford
    Eastbourne to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:33
    4 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    16:43
    Eastbourne
    Retford
    Eastbourne to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:33
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    17:11
    Eastbourne
    Retford
    Eastbourne to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:05
    3 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    18:03
    Eastbourne
    Retford
    Eastbourne to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:33
    3 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    19:28
    Eastbourne
    Retford
    Eastbourne to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:05
    4 hrs 2 changes
    20:05
    Eastbourne
    Retford
    Eastbourne to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:33
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    20:13
    Eastbourne
    Retford
    Eastbourne to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:05
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    21:52
    Eastbourne
    Retford
    Eastbourne to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:05
    4 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    23:14
    Eastbourne
    Retford
    Eastbourne to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:12
    8 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    07:32
    Eastbourne
    Retford
    Eastbourne to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:22
    9 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    08:51
    Eastbourne
    Retford
    Eastbourne to Retford

About Eastbourne Station

Station name Eastbourne (EBN)
Address Eastbourne station, Terminus Road, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 3QJ
Managed by SN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 21:15
Saturday 05:50 - 21:15
Sunday 06:40 - 21:15
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 Available
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 Eastbourne and Retford

The travel time between Eastbourne and Retford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 30 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 37 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Eastbourne and Retford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:49, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:26.

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Amenities on trains between Eastbourne 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 Eastbourne & Retford. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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