The average train between Windermere and Retford takes 4h 38m 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.
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 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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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.
No, there is no direct train from Windermere to Retford. However, there are services departing from Windermere station and arriving at Retford station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.
Windermere to Retford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.
Windermere to Retford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Retford station.
Book your Windermere to Retford train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Windermere and Retford is 174.4 km. The road distance is 236 km.
You can take a train from Windermere to Retford via Oxenholme Lake District, Manchester Piccadilly, and Sheffield in around 4h 40m.