The average train between Retford and Poole takes 4h 24m and the fastest train takes 3h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Retford to Poole. 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 Poole. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Retford is at 10:00 PM which arrives into Poole at 7:58 AM. All services require a transfer at London Kings Cross and take an average of 4h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 1m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Retford to Poole? 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 Poole. However, there are services departing from Retford station and arriving at Poole station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.
Retford to Poole train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Retford station.
Retford to Poole train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Poole station.
Book your Retford to Poole train tickets online with London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Retford and Poole is 298.6 km. The road distance is 409 km.
You can take a train from Retford to Poole via London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 4h 25m.