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Trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Retford

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24

train journeys
per day

164

miles (264 kms)

3hrs 20 mins

fastest journey

05:20 / 23:50

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Canterbury West (CBW) to Retford

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On a typical weekday there are 24 scheduled rail journeys between Canterbury West and Retford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 24 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Canterbury West to Retford is approximately 164 miles (264 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 22 mins.

Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Southeastern, First Hull Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Canterbury West and Retford.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Canterbury West to Retford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 20 mins.

Journeys from Canterbury West to Retford Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:20
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    Canterbury West
    Retford
    Canterbury West to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:13
    4 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    10:27
    Canterbury West
    Retford
    Canterbury West to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:49
    3 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    10:38
    Canterbury West
    Retford
    Canterbury West to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:17
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Canterbury West
    Retford
    Canterbury West to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:49
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    11:10
    Canterbury West
    Retford
    Canterbury West to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:23
    4 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    12:38
    Canterbury West
    Retford
    Canterbury West to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:21
    3 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    12:44
    Canterbury West
    Retford
    Canterbury West to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:35
    3 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    13:10
    Canterbury West
    Retford
    Canterbury West to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:21
    4 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    14:41
    Canterbury West
    Retford
    Canterbury West to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:23
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    14:48
    Canterbury West
    Retford
    Canterbury West to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:37
    3 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    15:11
    Canterbury West
    Retford
    Canterbury West to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:23
    3 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    16:18
    Canterbury West
    Retford
    Canterbury West to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:23
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    16:43
    Canterbury West
    Retford
    Canterbury West to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:37
    3 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    17:11
    Canterbury West
    Retford
    Canterbury West to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:21
    3 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    17:59
    Canterbury West
    Retford
    Canterbury West to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:37
    3 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    18:03
    Canterbury West
    Retford
    Canterbury West to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:37
    3 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    19:28
    Canterbury West
    Retford
    Canterbury West to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:35
    3 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    20:05
    Canterbury West
    Retford
    Canterbury West to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:23
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    21:30
    Canterbury West
    Retford
    Canterbury West to Retford
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:23
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    21:52
    Canterbury West
    Retford
    Canterbury West to Retford

About Canterbury West Station

Station name Canterbury West (CBW)
Address Canterbury West station, Station Road West, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 8AN
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 19:30
Saturday 06:15 - 19:30
Sunday 08:30 - 17:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
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 Canterbury West and Retford

The travel time between Canterbury West and Retford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 22 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 20 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Canterbury West and Retford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 24 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:20, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:50.

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Amenities on trains between Canterbury West 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 Canterbury West & Retford. owever, there are 24 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Southeastern, First Hull Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Canterbury West and Retford.

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