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Trip Overview

The average train between Retford and Buxton takes 3h 42m and the fastest train takes 2h 34m. There is a train service every few hours from Retford to Buxton. 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 42m
Duration
78 mi
Distance
£32
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Retford to Buxton train times

Trains run hourly between Retford and Buxton. 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 Buxton at 7:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 3h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 53m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 53m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 53m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 53m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 34m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 53m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 53m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 53m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 34m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 53m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 53m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 53m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 34m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 53m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 53m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 53m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 34m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 53m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 53m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 53m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 3m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 1m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 1m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited3h 4m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 34m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 53m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 53m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 53m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Retford to Buxton? 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.

Map of how to get from Retford to Buxton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 78.2 mi
  • Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Retford, England and Buxton, Derbyshire, England?

You can take a train from Retford to Buxton via Sheffield and Stockport in around 3h 7m.

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