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Crewe to Retford trains

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The average train between Crewe and Retford takes 3h 12m and the fastest train takes 1h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Crewe 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.

3h 12m
Duration
84 mi
Distance
£37
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Crewe to Stockporttrain train
  2. Take the train from Stockport to Sheffieldtrain train
  3. Take the train from Sheffield to Retfordtrain train
2h 51m
£25–54

Crewe to Retford train times

Trains run hourly between Crewe and Retford. The earliest departure is at 12:18 AM at night, and the last departure from Crewe is at 11:11 PM which arrives into Retford at 8:16 AM. All services require a transfer at Stockport and take an average of 3h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited2h 6m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited2h 5m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited2h 6m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited2h 9m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 23m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited2h 29m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited2h 30m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited2h 10m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited7h 58m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited2h 8m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited1h 51m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited2h 9m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited2h 8m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited1h 51m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited2h 9m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited2h 6m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Crewe 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 Crewe to Retford.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 84.4 mi
  • Duration: 3h 12m

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

You can take a train from Crewe to Retford via Stockport and Sheffield in around 2h 51m.

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