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Trains from St Albans City (SAC) to Retford

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20

train journeys
per day

111

miles (179 kms)

2hrs 25 mins

fastest journey

04:53 / 00:23

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

2

routes

Trains from St Albans City (SAC) to Retford

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between St Albans City and Retford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from St Albans City to Retford is approximately 111 miles (179 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 12 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, First Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between St Albans City and Retford.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being St Albans City to Retford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 25 mins.

Journeys from St Albans City to Retford Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:53
    2 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    07:32
    St Albans City
    Retford
    St Albans City to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:05
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    07:55
    St Albans City
    Retford
    St Albans City to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:57
    2 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    St Albans City
    Retford
    St Albans City to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:42
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    10:27
    St Albans City
    Retford
    St Albans City to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:13
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    St Albans City
    Retford
    St Albans City to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:43
    2 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    11:10
    St Albans City
    Retford
    St Albans City to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:13
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    12:44
    St Albans City
    Retford
    St Albans City to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:43
    2 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    13:10
    St Albans City
    Retford
    St Albans City to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:13
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    14:48
    St Albans City
    Retford
    St Albans City to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:43
    2 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    15:11
    St Albans City
    Retford
    St Albans City to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:13
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    16:43
    St Albans City
    Retford
    St Albans City to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:43
    2 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    17:11
    St Albans City
    Retford
    St Albans City to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:31
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    18:03
    St Albans City
    Retford
    St Albans City to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:43
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    19:28
    St Albans City
    Retford
    St Albans City to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:31
    2 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    20:05
    St Albans City
    Retford
    St Albans City to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:43
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    20:13
    St Albans City
    Retford
    St Albans City to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:27
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    21:52
    St Albans City
    Retford
    St Albans City to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:27
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    23:14
    St Albans City
    Retford
    St Albans City to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:43
    8 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    06:24
    St Albans City
    Retford
    St Albans City to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:47
    7 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    07:32
    St Albans City
    Retford
    St Albans City to Retford

About St Albans City Station

Station name St Albans City (SAC)
Address St Albans station, Station Way, St. Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 5HE
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 22:00
Saturday 06:45 - 21:15
Sunday 07:30 - 21:45
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 St Albans City and Retford

The travel time between St Albans City and Retford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 12 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 25 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between St Albans City and Retford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:53, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:23.

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

Amenities on trains between St Albans City 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 St Albans City & Retford. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, First Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between St Albans City and Retford.

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