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Trip Overview

The average train between Rugby and Retford takes 3h 3m and the fastest train takes 2h 30m. There is a train service every few hours from Rugby to Retford. 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 3m
Duration
221 mi
Distance
£73
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Rugby to Retford train times

Trains run hourly between Rugby and Retford. The earliest departure is at 5:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rugby is at 11:47 PM which arrives into Retford at 7:24 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 3h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastHull Trains2h 36m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 30m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 37m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 36m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsHull Trains2h 56m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 30m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastHull Trains2h 46m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastHull Trains2h 35m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 7m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastHull Trains2h 48m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 43m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 39m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastHull Trains2h 39m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 37m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastHull Trains2h 46m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 35m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastHull Trains2h 39m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 37m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastHull Trains2h 46m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 35m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastHull Trains2h 39m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 37m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastHull Trains2h 46m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 35m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastHull Trains2h 39m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 37m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastHull Trains2h 46m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 35m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Rugby to Retford? 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.

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  • Distance: 221 mi
  • Duration: 3h 3m

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

You can take a train from Rugby to Retford via London Euston and King's Cross in around 3h 12m.

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