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Edinburgh to Retford trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Edinburgh and Retford takes 4h 1m and the fastest train takes 2h 57m. 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.

4h 1m
Duration
252 mi
Distance
£121
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Yorktrain train Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
  2. Take the train from York to Retfordtrain train York - London Kings Cross / ...
3h 52m
£72–169

Edinburgh to Retford train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Edinburgh and Retford. The earliest departure is at 5:37 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Edinburgh is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Retford at 6:39 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 252.1 mi
  • Duration: 4h 1m

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

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Retford via York in around 3h 52m.

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