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Preston to Retford trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Preston and Retford takes 3h 24m and the fastest train takes 2h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston 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.

3h 24m
Duration
96 mi
Distance
£45
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain train
  2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain train
  3. Take the train from Sheffield to Retfordtrain train
3h 24m
£34–74

Preston to Retford train times

Trains run hourly between Preston and Retford. The earliest departure is at 6:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 11:49 PM which arrives into Retford at 8:16 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 3h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 96.5 mi
  • Duration: 3h 24m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Retford via Manchester Piccadilly and Sheffield in around 3h 24m.

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