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Edinburgh to Retford trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Edinburgh and Retford takes 5h 53m and the fastest train takes 5h 7m. The train service runs several times per day from Edinburgh 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.

5h 53m
Duration
289 mi
Distance
£168
Average price
Every 3 hours
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  1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Leedstrain train Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
  2. Take the train from Leeds to Retfordtrain train Leeds - Lincoln Central
5h 37m
£138–206

Edinburgh to Retford train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Edinburgh and Retford. The earliest departure is at 6:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Edinburgh is at 6:05 PM which arrives into Retford at 8:16 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 288.7 mi
  • Duration: 5h 53m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Retford, England?

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Retford via Leeds in around 5h 37m.

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