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Trains from Birkenhead North (BKN) to Retford

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20

train journeys
per day

87

miles (140 kms)

3hrs 15 mins

fastest journey

06:34 / 23:55

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Birkenhead North (BKN) to Retford

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Birkenhead North and Retford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birkenhead North to Retford is approximately 87 miles (140 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 8 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 North and Retford.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birkenhead North to Retford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 15 mins.

Journeys from Birkenhead North to Retford Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:34
    3 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    10:19
    Birkenhead North
    Retford
    Birkenhead North to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:34
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    10:27
    Birkenhead North
    Retford
    Birkenhead North to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:24
    3 hrs 57 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    12:21
    Birkenhead North
    Retford
    Birkenhead North to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:34
    3 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    12:21
    Birkenhead North
    Retford
    Birkenhead North to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:24
    3 hrs 52 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    13:16
    Birkenhead North
    Retford
    Birkenhead North to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:34
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    13:16
    Birkenhead North
    Retford
    Birkenhead North to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:24
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    14:18
    Birkenhead North
    Retford
    Birkenhead North to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:34
    3 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    14:18
    Birkenhead North
    Retford
    Birkenhead North to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:24
    3 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    15:17
    Birkenhead North
    Retford
    Birkenhead North to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    12:24
    3 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    16:16
    Birkenhead North
    Retford
    Birkenhead North to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:24
    3 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    16:39
    Birkenhead North
    Retford
    Birkenhead North to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    14:24
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    17:59
    Birkenhead North
    Retford
    Birkenhead North to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    15:34
    3 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    19:23
    Birkenhead North
    Retford
    Birkenhead North to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    16:34
    3 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    20:17
    Birkenhead North
    Retford
    Birkenhead North to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    17:24
    4 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    21:30
    Birkenhead North
    Retford
    Birkenhead North to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    17:34
    3 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    21:30
    Birkenhead North
    Retford
    Birkenhead North to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    18:24
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    21:32
    Birkenhead North
    Retford
    Birkenhead North to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    19:34
    3 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    23:02
    Birkenhead North
    Retford
    Birkenhead North to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    23:04
    6 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    05:49
    Birkenhead North
    Retford
    Birkenhead North to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    23:34
    9 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    09:20
    Birkenhead North
    Retford
    Birkenhead North to Retford

About Birkenhead North Station

Station name Birkenhead North (BKN)
Address Birkenhead North station, Station Road, Birkenhead, Merseyside, CH41 7AZ
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:49 - 00:17
Tuesday 05:49 - 00:17
Wednesday 05:49 - 00:17
Thursday 05:49 - 00:17
Friday 05:49 - 00:17
Saturday 05:49 - 00:17
Sunday 07:49 - 00:17
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
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 North and Retford

The travel time between Birkenhead North and Retford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 8 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 15 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birkenhead North and Retford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:34, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:55.

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Amenities on trains between Birkenhead North 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 North & Retford. owever, there are 20 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 North and Retford.

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