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Manchester to Retford trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Manchester and Retford takes 2h 6m and the fastest train takes 1h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Manchester 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.

2h 6m
Duration
65 mi
Distance
£32
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain train Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
  2. Take the train from Sheffield to Retfordtrain train Leeds - Lincoln Central / ...
2h 10m
£24–47

Manchester to Retford train times

Trains run hourly between Manchester and Retford. The earliest departure is at 6:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 11:52 PM which arrives into Retford at 6:24 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Map of how to get from Manchester to Retford.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 65.3 mi
  • Duration: 2h 6m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Retford, England?

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Retford via Sheffield in around 2h 10m.

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