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Trains from Retford to Manchester Stations

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26

train journeys
per day

54

miles (87 kms)

1hrs 51 mins

fastest journey

06:13 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Retford to Manchester Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 26 scheduled rail journeys between Retford and Manchester Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 26 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Retford to Manchester Stations is approximately 54 miles (87 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 18 mins.

First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, First Hull Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Retford and Manchester Stations .

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Retford to Manchester Piccadilly. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 51 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Retford to Manchester Stations

Journeys from Retford to Manchester Stations Today

  • Mon 23rd Sep
    06:13
    2 hrs 21 mins1 change
    08:34
    Retford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Retford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    06:56
    2 hrs 10 mins1 change
    09:06
    Retford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Retford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:17
    2 hrs 15 mins1 change
    09:32
    Retford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Retford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:35
    2 hrs 1 min1 change
    09:36
    Retford
    Manchester Victoria
    Retford to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:57
    2 hrs 8 mins1 change
    10:05
    Retford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Retford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:52
    2 hrs 10 mins1 change
    11:02
    Retford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Retford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:58
    2 hrs 7 mins1 change
    11:05
    Retford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Retford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    09:51
    2 hrs 14 mins1 change
    12:05
    Retford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Retford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    11:11
    1 hrs 54 mins1 change
    13:05
    Retford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Retford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    11:58
    2 hrs 7 mins1 change
    14:05
    Retford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Retford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    13:11
    1 hrs 54 mins1 change
    15:05
    Retford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Retford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    14:03
    2 hrs 2 mins1 change
    16:05
    Retford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Retford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    14:35
    2 hrs1 change
    16:35
    Retford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Retford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    14:50
    1 hrs 59 mins2 changes
    16:49
    Retford
    Manchester Victoria
    Retford to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    15:12
    1 hrs 53 mins1 change
    17:05
    Retford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Retford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    15:57
    2 hrs 8 mins1 change
    18:05
    Retford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Retford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    16:45
    2 hrs 5 mins2 changes
    18:50
    Retford
    Manchester Victoria
    Retford to Manchester Victoria
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    17:12
    1 hrs 53 mins1 change
    19:05
    Retford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Retford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    18:05
    2 hrs1 change
    20:05
    Retford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Retford to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    18:57
    2 hrs 8 mins1 change
    21:05
    Retford
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Retford to Manchester Piccadilly

About Retford Station

Station name Retford (RET)
AddressRetford station, Station Road, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 7DE
Managed byGR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:00 - 13:00
Saturday 06:00 - 13:00
Sunday 08:20 - 13:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
AddressManchester Piccadilly station, Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 04:30 - 22:30
Saturday 04:30 - 22:30
Sunday 07:00 - 22:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Retford and Manchester Stations

The travel time between Retford and Manchester Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 18 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 51 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Retford and Manchester Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 26 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:13, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

First class tickets on trains between Retford and Manchester Stations typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Retford and Manchester Stations can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Retford & Manchester Stations . owever, there are 26 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, First Hull Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Retford and Manchester Stations .

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Retford and Manchester Stations , but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.