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Wolverhampton to Retford trains

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The average train between Wolverhampton and Retford takes 2h 58m and the fastest train takes 2h 14m. There is a train service every few hours from Wolverhampton 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.

2h 58m
Duration
111 mi
Distance
£55
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Wolverhampton to Retford train times

Trains run hourly between Wolverhampton and Retford. The earliest departure is at 5:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wolverhampton is at 9:37 PM which arrives into Retford at 6:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 2h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited9h 45m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 46m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 36m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 18m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 41m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 49m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 40m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 43m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 34m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 46m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 37m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 18m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 41m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 46m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 37m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 18m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 41m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton to Retford.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 111.4 mi
  • Duration: 2h 58m

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

You can take a train from Wolverhampton to Retford via Birmingham New Street and Sheffield in around 3h 16m.

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