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Trip Overview

The average train between Retford and Chester takes 4h 3m and the fastest train takes 2h 47m. There is a train service every few hours from Retford to Chester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 3m
Duration
105 mi
Distance
£44
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Retford to Chester train times

Trains run hourly between Retford and Chester. 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 Chester at 8:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 4h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast12h 54m • 3 changes

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 5m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands RailwaysTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 58m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales3h 5m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands RailwaysTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 48m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast3h 14m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast3h 6m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast3h 6m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 48m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast3h 14m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast3h 6m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast3h 6m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 48m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast3h 14m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast3h 6m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast3h 6m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 48m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast3h 14m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast3h 6m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast3h 6m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 48m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast3h 14m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast3h 6m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast3h 6m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 47m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast3h 6m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast3h 5m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast3h 6m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Retford to Chester? 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 Chester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 105.3 mi
  • Duration: 4h 3m

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

You can take a train from Retford to Chester via Sheffield, Stockport, and Crewe in around 3h 6m.

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