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Trains from Ellesmere Port (ELP) to Retford

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18

train journeys
per day

80

miles (129 kms)

3hrs 42 mins

fastest journey

06:33 / 23:56

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

7

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Ellesmere Port (ELP) to Retford

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Ellesmere Port and Retford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ellesmere Port to Retford is approximately 80 miles (129 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 33 mins.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, London North Eastern Railway, Merseyrail, First Hull Trains, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Ellesmere Port and Retford.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ellesmere Port to Retford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 42 mins.

Journeys from Ellesmere Port to Retford Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:33
    3 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    10:19
    Ellesmere Port
    Retford
    Ellesmere Port to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    06:47
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    10:27
    Ellesmere Port
    Retford
    Ellesmere Port to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:49
    4 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    12:21
    Ellesmere Port
    Retford
    Ellesmere Port to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:12
    4 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    13:16
    Ellesmere Port
    Retford
    Ellesmere Port to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:12
    4 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    14:18
    Ellesmere Port
    Retford
    Ellesmere Port to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:12
    4 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    15:17
    Ellesmere Port
    Retford
    Ellesmere Port to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    12:12
    4 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    16:16
    Ellesmere Port
    Retford
    Ellesmere Port to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    12:42
    3 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    16:39
    Ellesmere Port
    Retford
    Ellesmere Port to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:12
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    17:19
    Ellesmere Port
    Retford
    Ellesmere Port to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    14:12
    3 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    17:59
    Ellesmere Port
    Retford
    Ellesmere Port to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    15:12
    4 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    19:23
    Ellesmere Port
    Retford
    Ellesmere Port to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    16:12
    4 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    20:17
    Ellesmere Port
    Retford
    Ellesmere Port to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    17:12
    4 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    21:30
    Ellesmere Port
    Retford
    Ellesmere Port to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    17:42
    3 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    21:32
    Ellesmere Port
    Retford
    Ellesmere Port to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    18:12
    4 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    22:27
    Ellesmere Port
    Retford
    Ellesmere Port to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    19:20
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    23:02
    Ellesmere Port
    Retford
    Ellesmere Port to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    22:19
    7 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    05:49
    Ellesmere Port
    Retford
    Ellesmere Port to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    23:19
    10 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    09:20
    Ellesmere Port
    Retford
    Ellesmere Port to Retford

About Ellesmere Port Station

Station name Ellesmere Port (ELP)
Address Ellesmere Port station, Europa Way, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, CH65 4AR
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 14:00
Weekend Closed
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
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 Ellesmere Port and Retford

The travel time between Ellesmere Port and Retford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 33 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 42 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ellesmere Port and Retford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:56.

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Amenities on trains between Ellesmere Port 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 Ellesmere Port & Retford. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, London North Eastern Railway, Merseyrail, First Hull Trains, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Ellesmere Port and Retford.

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