The average train between Retford and Rugby takes 3h 43m and the fastest train takes 2h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Retford to Rugby. 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 Rugby. 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 Rugby at 8:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 3h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Retford to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Retford station and arriving at Rugby station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.
Retford to Rugby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Retford station.
Retford to Rugby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Rugby station.
Book your Retford to Rugby train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Retford and Rugby is 107.9 km. The road distance is 207 km.
You can take a train from Retford to Rugby via Sheffield and Birmingham New Street in around 3h 8m.