The average train between Retford and Rugby takes 4h 7m and the fastest train takes 2h 24m. The train service runs several times per day 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 every 3 hours between Retford and Rugby. The earliest departure is at 9:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Retford is at 11:20 PM which arrives into Rugby at 8:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 4h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Retford to Rugby? 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 Rugby. However, there are services departing from Retford station and arriving at Rugby station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.
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 West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Retford and Rugby is 107.9 km. The road distance is 178 km.
You can take a train from Retford to Rugby via Sheffield and Tamworth in around 3h 41m.