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Trip Overview

The average train between Retford and Preston takes 3h 20m and the fastest train takes 2h 41m. There is a train service every few hours from Retford to Preston. 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 20m
Duration
96 mi
Distance
£45
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Retford to Sheffieldtrain train
  2. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadillytrain train
  3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain train
2h 55m
£35–73

Retford to Preston train times

Trains run hourly between Retford and Preston. 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 Preston at 5:34 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 3h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 96.5 mi
  • Duration: 3h 20m

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

You can take a train from Retford to Preston via Sheffield and Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 55m.

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