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Trip Overview

The average train between Windermere and Retford takes 4h 41m and the fastest train takes 3h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Windermere 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.

4h 41m
Duration
146 mi
Distance
£59
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Windermere to Retford train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Windermere and Retford. The earliest departure is at 6:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Windermere is at 9:47 PM which arrives into Retford at 6:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Oxenholme Lake District and take an average of 4h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 36m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 24m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited4h 20m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 32m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 36m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 24m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited4h 20m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 32m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 36m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 24m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited4h 20m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 32m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 36m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 24m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited4h 8m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 32m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 44m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 57m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited4h 9m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 30m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 36m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 24m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited4h 20m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 32m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 36m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 24m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited4h 20m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited3h 32m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Windermere 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.

Map of how to get from Windermere to Retford.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 146.5 mi
  • Duration: 4h 41m

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

You can take a train from Windermere to Retford via Oxenholme Lake District, Manchester Piccadilly, and Sheffield in around 4h 40m.

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