The average train between Cromer and Retford takes 4h 20m and the fastest train takes 3h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Cromer 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 every 4 hours between Cromer and Retford. The earliest departure is at 12:18 AM at night, and the last departure from Cromer is at 7:53 PM which arrives into Retford at 7:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Norwich and take an average of 4h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cromer 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 Cromer to Retford. However, there are services departing from Cromer station and arriving at Retford station via Norwich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.
Cromer to Retford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Cromer station.
Cromer to Retford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Retford station.
Book your Cromer to Retford train tickets online with Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railways and London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
The distance between Cromer and Retford is 155.9 km. The road distance is 277 km.
You can take a train from Cromer to Retford via Norwich and Peterborough in around 4h 44m.