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Trains from St Helens Junction (SHJ) to Retford

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18

train journeys
per day

72

miles (117 kms)

2hrs 30 mins

fastest journey

06:28 / 00:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from St Helens Junction (SHJ) to Retford

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between St Helens Junction 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 St Helens Junction to Retford is approximately 72 miles (117 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 18 mins.

London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, First Hull Trains are the main train operating companies running services between St Helens Junction and Retford.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being St Helens Junction to Retford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 30 mins.

Journeys from St Helens Junction to Retford Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:28
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    09:20
    St Helens Junction
    Retford
    St Helens Junction to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:28
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    10:19
    St Helens Junction
    Retford
    St Helens Junction to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:57
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    10:27
    St Helens Junction
    Retford
    St Helens Junction to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:30
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    11:21
    St Helens Junction
    Retford
    St Helens Junction to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:28
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    12:21
    St Helens Junction
    Retford
    St Helens Junction to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:28
    2 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    13:16
    St Helens Junction
    Retford
    St Helens Junction to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:29
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    14:18
    St Helens Junction
    Retford
    St Helens Junction to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    12:28
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    15:17
    St Helens Junction
    Retford
    St Helens Junction to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:28
    2 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    16:16
    St Helens Junction
    Retford
    St Helens Junction to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    14:28
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    17:19
    St Helens Junction
    Retford
    St Helens Junction to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    15:28
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    17:59
    St Helens Junction
    Retford
    St Helens Junction to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    16:28
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    19:23
    St Helens Junction
    Retford
    St Helens Junction to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    17:28
    2 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    20:17
    St Helens Junction
    Retford
    St Helens Junction to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    18:28
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    21:30
    St Helens Junction
    Retford
    St Helens Junction to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    19:28
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    22:27
    St Helens Junction
    Retford
    St Helens Junction to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    20:28
    2 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    23:02
    St Helens Junction
    Retford
    St Helens Junction to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    23:29
    6 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    05:49
    St Helens Junction
    Retford
    St Helens Junction to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    23:59
    8 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    08:18
    St Helens Junction
    Retford
    St Helens Junction to Retford

About St Helens Junction Station

Station name St Helens Junction (SHJ)
Address St Helens Junction station, Station Road, St Helens, Merseyside, WA9 3LA
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:05 - 23:50
Tuesday 06:05 - 23:50
Wednesday 06:05 - 23:50
Thursday 06:05 - 23:50
Friday 06:05 - 23:50
Saturday 06:05 - 23:50
Sunday 08:20 - 23:35
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
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 St Helens Junction and Retford

The travel time between St Helens Junction and Retford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 18 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 30 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between St Helens Junction 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 06:28, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:27.

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

Amenities on trains between St Helens Junction 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 Helens Junction & Retford. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, First Hull Trains are the main train operating companies running services between St Helens Junction and Retford.

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