The average train between Retford and Bristol takes 4h 9m and the fastest train takes 3h 31m. There is a train service every few hours from Retford to Bristol. 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 Bristol. The earliest departure is at 7:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Retford is at 11:20 PM which arrives into Bristol at 9:31 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Retford to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Retford station and arriving at Bristol station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.
Retford to Bristol train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Retford station.
Retford to Bristol train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.
Book your Retford to Bristol train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and Cross Country.
The distance between Retford and Bristol is 236 km. The road distance is 306 km.
You can take a train from Retford to Bristol Temple Meads via Sheffield in around 4h 14m.