The average train between Blackpool and Retford takes 4h 25m and the fastest train takes 3h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackpool 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 Blackpool and Retford. The earliest departure is at 5:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 10:02 PM which arrives into Retford at 5:57 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 4h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Blackpool 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 Blackpool to Retford. However, there are services departing from Blackpool station and arriving at Retford station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.
Blackpool to Retford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackpool North station.
Blackpool to Retford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Doncaster station.
Book your Blackpool to Retford train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and Hull Trains.
The distance between Blackpool and Retford is 149.6 km. The road distance is 201 km.
You can take a train from Blackpool North to Retford via Leeds and Doncaster in around 3h 47m.