The average train between Belper and Retford takes 2h 34m and the fastest train takes 1h 50m. There is a train service every few hours from Belper 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 hourly between Belper and Retford. The earliest departure is at 7:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Belper is at 11:43 PM which arrives into Retford at 6:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Derby and take an average of 2h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Belper 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 Belper to Retford. However, there are services departing from Belper station and arriving at Retford station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.
Belper to Retford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Derby station.
Belper to Retford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Retford station.
Book your Belper to Retford train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Northern Trains Limited and Cross Country.
The distance between Belper and Retford is 48.9 km. The road distance is 108 km.
You can take a train from Belper to Retford via Derby and Sheffield in around 2h 10m.