Train Retford to Manchester from £31 | Tickets & Timetables

Trip Overview

The average train between Retford and Manchester takes 2h 19m and the fastest train takes 1h 39m. There is a train service every few hours from Retford to Manchester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 19m
Duration: 65 mi
Distance: £31
Average price: Hourly
Frequency

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Retford to Manchester train times

Trains run hourly between Retford and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 7:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Retford is at 11:20 PM which arrives into Manchester at 5:05 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, April 28, 2026

7:19 AM → 9:05 AM
1h 46m • 1 change
7:59 AM → 10:05 AM
2h 5m • 1 change
9:00 AM → 11:05 AM
2h 5m • 1 change
9:59 AM → 12:05 PM
2h 5m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, April 29, 2026

7:19 AM → 9:05 AM
1h 46m • 1 change
7:59 AM → 10:05 AM
2h 5m • 1 change
9:00 AM → 11:05 AM
2h 5m • 1 change
9:59 AM → 12:05 PM
2h 5m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, April 30, 2026

7:19 AM → 9:05 AM
1h 46m • 1 change
7:59 AM → 10:05 AM
2h 5m • 1 change
9:00 AM → 11:05 AM
2h 5m • 1 change
9:59 AM → 12:05 PM
2h 5m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

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