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Trains from Royston (RYS) to Retford

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24

train journeys
per day

95

miles (153 kms)

1hrs 47 mins

fastest journey

05:45 / 00:38

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Royston (RYS) to Retford

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On a typical weekday there are 24 scheduled rail journeys between Royston and Retford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 24 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Royston to Retford is approximately 95 miles (153 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 27 mins.

Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Great Northern, CrossCountry, First Hull Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Royston and Retford.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Royston to Retford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 47 mins.

Journeys from Royston to Retford Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:45
    1 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    07:32
    Royston
    Retford
    Royston to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    06:07
    1 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    07:55
    Royston
    Retford
    Royston to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    06:45
    2 hrs 1 change
    08:45
    Royston
    Retford
    Royston to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:07
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    09:38
    Royston
    Retford
    Royston to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:07
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    10:38
    Royston
    Retford
    Royston to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:45
    2 hrs 1 min 1 change
    10:46
    Royston
    Retford
    Royston to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:06
    2 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    11:10
    Royston
    Retford
    Royston to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:07
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    12:38
    Royston
    Retford
    Royston to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:45
    1 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    12:44
    Royston
    Retford
    Royston to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:07
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    13:10
    Royston
    Retford
    Royston to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    12:07
    2 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    14:41
    Royston
    Retford
    Royston to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    12:45
    2 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    14:48
    Royston
    Retford
    Royston to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:07
    2 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    15:11
    Royston
    Retford
    Royston to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    14:07
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    16:39
    Royston
    Retford
    Royston to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    14:45
    1 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    16:43
    Royston
    Retford
    Royston to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    15:07
    2 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    17:11
    Royston
    Retford
    Royston to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    16:07
    1 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    18:03
    Royston
    Retford
    Royston to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    17:07
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    19:28
    Royston
    Retford
    Royston to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    18:07
    1 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    20:05
    Royston
    Retford
    Royston to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    18:26
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    21:30
    Royston
    Retford
    Royston to Retford

About Royston Station

Station name Royston (RYS)
Address Royston Station, Kneesworth Street, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 5AH
Managed by GN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 07:00 - 20:00
Sunday 09:15 - 17:30
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 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 Royston and Retford

The travel time between Royston and Retford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 27 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 47 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Royston and Retford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 24 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:45, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:38.

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Amenities on trains between Royston 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 Royston & Retford. owever, there are 24 possible journeys which require a change.

Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Great Northern, CrossCountry, First Hull Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Royston and Retford.

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