The average train between Retford and Wakefield takes 55 min and the fastest train takes 33 min. There is a train service every few hours from Retford to Wakefield. 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 Wakefield. The earliest departure is at 7:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Retford is at 11:17 PM which arrives into Wakefield at 8:54 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 55 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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51 min • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Retford to Wakefield? 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 Wakefield. However, there are services departing from Retford station and arriving at Wakefield station via Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 55 min.
Retford to Wakefield train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Retford station.
Retford to Wakefield train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Wakefield Westgate station.
Book your Retford to Wakefield train tickets online with London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Northern Trains Limited and Hull Trains.
The distance between Retford and Wakefield is 54.4 km. The road distance is 60 km.
You can take a train from Retford to Wakefield Westgate via Doncaster in around 42 min.