The average train between Retford and Bolton takes 3h 6m and the fastest train takes 2h 16m. There is a train service every few hours from Retford to Bolton. 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 Bolton. The earliest departure is at 7:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Retford is at 11:20 PM which arrives into Bolton at 6:07 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 3h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Retford to Bolton? 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 Bolton. However, there are services departing from Retford station and arriving at Bolton station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.
Retford to Bolton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Retford station.
Retford to Bolton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Retford to Bolton train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Retford and Bolton is 102.9 km. The road distance is 123 km.
You can take a train from Retford to Bolton via Sheffield and Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 21m.