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Trains from Kilmarnock (KMK) to Retford

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15

train journeys
per day

213

miles (343 kms)

5hrs 36 mins

fastest journey

05:22 / 23:57

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Kilmarnock (KMK) to Retford

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Kilmarnock 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 Kilmarnock to Retford is approximately 213 miles (343 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 10 mins.

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

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Kilmarnock to Retford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 36 mins.

Journeys from Kilmarnock to Retford Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:22
    6 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    11:40
    Kilmarnock
    Retford
    Kilmarnock to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:52
    5 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    12:38
    Kilmarnock
    Retford
    Kilmarnock to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:53
    5 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    13:38
    Kilmarnock
    Retford
    Kilmarnock to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:58
    5 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    14:41
    Kilmarnock
    Retford
    Kilmarnock to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:59
    6 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    16:18
    Kilmarnock
    Retford
    Kilmarnock to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:00
    5 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    16:39
    Kilmarnock
    Retford
    Kilmarnock to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:54
    6 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    17:59
    Kilmarnock
    Retford
    Kilmarnock to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:56
    6 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    18:17
    Kilmarnock
    Retford
    Kilmarnock to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:03
    5 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    18:39
    Kilmarnock
    Retford
    Kilmarnock to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:59
    6 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    20:17
    Kilmarnock
    Retford
    Kilmarnock to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:59
    6 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    21:30
    Kilmarnock
    Retford
    Kilmarnock to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:58
    6 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    23:02
    Kilmarnock
    Retford
    Kilmarnock to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:53
    10 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    06:50
    Kilmarnock
    Retford
    Kilmarnock to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:58
    11 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    09:38
    Kilmarnock
    Retford
    Kilmarnock to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:53
    12 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    11:21
    Kilmarnock
    Retford
    Kilmarnock to Retford

About Kilmarnock Station

Station name Kilmarnock (KMK)
Address Kilmarnock station, Hill Street, Kilmarnock, East Ayrshire, KA1 2AF
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 23:35
Saturday 06:30 - 23:35
Sunday 10:15 - 23:30
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 Available
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 Kilmarnock and Retford

The travel time between Kilmarnock and Retford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 10 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 36 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Kilmarnock 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 05:22, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:57.

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

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

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

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