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Trip Overview

The average train between Carlisle and Retford takes 4h 43m and the fastest train takes 3h 22m. There is a train service every few hours from Carlisle 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.

4h 43m
Duration
190 mi
Distance
£74
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Carlisle to Retford train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Carlisle and Retford. The earliest departure is at 5:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carlisle is at 10:02 PM which arrives into Retford at 6:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Newcastle and take an average of 4h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)9h 55m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)9h 56m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Hull Trains3h 48m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)4h 10m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Hull Trains3h 38m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)4h 13m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Hull Trains3h 48m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)4h 10m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Hull Trains3h 38m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)4h 13m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Hull Trains3h 48m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)4h 10m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Hull Trains3h 38m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)4h 13m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Hull Trains3h 48m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)4h 10m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Hull Trains3h 38m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)4h 13m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Hull Trains3h 48m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)4h 10m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Hull Trains3h 38m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)4h 13m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Hull Trains3h 49m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)4h 10m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Hull Trains3h 38m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)4h 13m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Carlisle 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.

Map of how to get from Carlisle to Retford.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 189.5 mi
  • Duration: 4h 43m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and Retford, England?

You can take a train from Carlisle to Retford via Newcastle and Doncaster in around 4h 11m.

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