The average train between Retford and Basingstoke takes 2h 53m and the fastest train takes 2h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Retford to Basingstoke. 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 hourly between Retford and Basingstoke. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Retford is at 10:01 PM which arrives into Basingstoke at 6:20 AM. All services require a transfer at London Kings Cross and take an average of 2h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 50m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Retford to Basingstoke? 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 Retford to Basingstoke. However, there are services departing from Retford station and arriving at Basingstoke station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.
Retford to Basingstoke train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Retford station.
Retford to Basingstoke train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Basingstoke station.
Book your Retford to Basingstoke train tickets online with London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Retford and Basingstoke is 229.2 km. The road distance is 303 km.
You can take a train from Retford to Basingstoke via London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 18m.