The average train between Dundee and Retford takes 6h 15m and the fastest train takes 4h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Dundee 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 Dundee and Retford. The earliest departure is at 5:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dundee is at 11:11 PM which arrives into Retford at 8:34 AM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 6h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Dundee 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 Dundee to Retford. However, there are services departing from Dundee station and arriving at Retford station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.
Dundee to Retford train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dundee station.
Dundee to Retford train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Retford station.
Book your Dundee to Retford train tickets online with ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Dundee and Retford is 373.2 km. The road distance is 499 km.
You can take a train from Dundee to Retford via Edinburgh Waverley and York in around 5h 34m.