The average train between Acle and Retford takes 3h 43m and the fastest train takes 2h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Acle to Retford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Acle and Retford. The earliest departure is at 6:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Acle is at 8:24 PM which arrives into Retford at 7:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Norwich and take an average of 3h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 46m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Acle to Retford? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Acle to Retford. However, there are services departing from Acle station and arriving at Retford station via Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.
Acle to Retford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Norwich station.
Acle to Retford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Retford station.
Book your Acle to Retford train tickets online with Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railways and London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
The distance between Acle and Retford is 183.2 km. The road distance is 251 km.
You can take a train from Acle to Retford via Norwich and Peterborough in around 4h 17m.