The average train between Crewe and Retford takes 3h 10m 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.
Trains run hourly between Crewe and Retford. The earliest departure is at 7:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Crewe is at 11:12 PM which arrives into Retford at 8:16 AM. All services require a transfer at Stockport and take an average of 3h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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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.
No, there is no direct train from Crewe to Retford. However, there are services departing from Crewe station and arriving at Retford station via Stockport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.
Crewe to Retford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Crewe station.
Crewe to Retford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Retford station.
Book your Crewe to Retford train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railways and 4 other operators.
The distance between Crewe and Retford is 102.9 km. The road distance is 136 km.
You can take a train from Crewe to Retford via Stockport and Sheffield in around 2h 48m.