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Trains from Lowestoft (LWT) to Retford

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14

train journeys
per day

126

miles (203 kms)

4hrs 11 mins

fastest journey

05:37 / 00:16

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Lowestoft (LWT) to Retford

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On a typical weekday there are 14 scheduled rail journeys between Lowestoft and Retford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Lowestoft to Retford is approximately 126 miles (203 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 3 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Lowestoft to Retford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 11 mins.

Journeys from Lowestoft to Retford Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:37
    5 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    10:38
    Lowestoft
    Retford
    Lowestoft to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:35
    4 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Lowestoft
    Retford
    Lowestoft to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:50
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    12:38
    Lowestoft
    Retford
    Lowestoft to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:50
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    12:44
    Lowestoft
    Retford
    Lowestoft to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:48
    4 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    14:41
    Lowestoft
    Retford
    Lowestoft to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:57
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    14:48
    Lowestoft
    Retford
    Lowestoft to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:48
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    16:18
    Lowestoft
    Retford
    Lowestoft to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:57
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    16:43
    Lowestoft
    Retford
    Lowestoft to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:48
    4 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    17:59
    Lowestoft
    Retford
    Lowestoft to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:48
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    19:28
    Lowestoft
    Retford
    Lowestoft to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:48
    4 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    21:30
    Lowestoft
    Retford
    Lowestoft to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:48
    4 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    23:14
    Lowestoft
    Retford
    Lowestoft to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:48
    9 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    07:32
    Lowestoft
    Retford
    Lowestoft to Retford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:30
    9 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    Lowestoft
    Retford
    Lowestoft to Retford

About Lowestoft Station

Station name Lowestoft (LWT)
Address Lowestoft station, Denmark Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR32 2EG
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:40 - 17:05
Saturday 06:40 - 17:05
Sunday 08:00 - 16:15
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 Lowestoft and Retford

The travel time between Lowestoft and Retford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 3 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 11 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Lowestoft and Retford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 14 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:37, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:16.

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Amenities on trains between Lowestoft 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 Lowestoft & Retford. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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