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Trains from Birkenhead Central (BKC) to Retford

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25

train journeys
per day

85

miles (137 kms)

3hrs 5 mins

fastest journey

06:34 / 23:57

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Birkenhead Central (BKC) to Retford

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On a typical weekday there are 25 scheduled rail journeys between Birkenhead Central and Retford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 25 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birkenhead Central to Retford is approximately 85 miles (137 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 55 mins.

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

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birkenhead Central to Retford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 5 mins.

Journeys from Birkenhead Central to Retford Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:34
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    10:19
    Birkenhead Central
    Retford
    Birkenhead Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:34
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    10:27
    Birkenhead Central
    Retford
    Birkenhead Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:42
    3 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    12:21
    Birkenhead Central
    Retford
    Birkenhead Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:34
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    13:16
    Birkenhead Central
    Retford
    Birkenhead Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:42
    3 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    13:16
    Birkenhead Central
    Retford
    Birkenhead Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:34
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    14:18
    Birkenhead Central
    Retford
    Birkenhead Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:42
    3 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    14:18
    Birkenhead Central
    Retford
    Birkenhead Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:34
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    15:17
    Birkenhead Central
    Retford
    Birkenhead Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:42
    3 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    15:17
    Birkenhead Central
    Retford
    Birkenhead Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    12:34
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    16:16
    Birkenhead Central
    Retford
    Birkenhead Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    12:42
    3 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    16:16
    Birkenhead Central
    Retford
    Birkenhead Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:34
    3 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    16:39
    Birkenhead Central
    Retford
    Birkenhead Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:34
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    17:19
    Birkenhead Central
    Retford
    Birkenhead Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:42
    3 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    17:19
    Birkenhead Central
    Retford
    Birkenhead Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    14:34
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    17:59
    Birkenhead Central
    Retford
    Birkenhead Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    14:42
    3 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    17:59
    Birkenhead Central
    Retford
    Birkenhead Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    15:34
    3 hrs 49 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    19:23
    Birkenhead Central
    Retford
    Birkenhead Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    15:42
    3 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    19:23
    Birkenhead Central
    Retford
    Birkenhead Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    16:42
    3 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    20:17
    Birkenhead Central
    Retford
    Birkenhead Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    17:34
    3 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    21:30
    Birkenhead Central
    Retford
    Birkenhead Central to Retford

About Birkenhead Central Station

Station name Birkenhead Central (BKC)
Address Birkenhead Central station, Argyle Street South, Birkenhead, Merseyside, CH41 9DB
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:32 - 00:07
Tuesday 05:32 - 00:07
Wednesday 05:32 - 00:07
Thursday 05:32 - 00:07
Friday 05:32 - 00:07
Saturday 05:32 - 00:07
Sunday 07:34 - 00:07
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Retford Station

Station name Retford (RET)
Address Retford station, Station Road, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 7DE
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 13:00
Saturday 06:00 - 13:00
Sunday 08:20 - 13:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birkenhead Central and Retford

The travel time between Birkenhead Central and Retford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 55 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 5 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birkenhead Central and Retford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 25 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:34, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:57.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Birkenhead Central & Retford. owever, there are 25 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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