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Trains from Hertford East (HFE) to Retford

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23

train journeys
per day

111

miles (178 kms)

2hrs 2 mins

fastest journey

04:03 / 00:28

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Hertford East (HFE) to Retford

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between Hertford East and Retford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 23 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Hertford East to Retford is approximately 111 miles (178 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 40 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Great Northern, First Hull Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Hertford East and Retford.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Hertford East to Retford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 2 mins.

Journeys from Hertford East to Retford Today

  • Mon 6th May
    04:03
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    07:32
    Hertford East
    Retford
    Hertford East to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    05:33
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    07:55
    Hertford East
    Retford
    Hertford East to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    06:33
    2 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    Hertford East
    Retford
    Hertford East to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:03
    2 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    09:38
    Hertford East
    Retford
    Hertford East to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:03
    2 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    10:38
    Hertford East
    Retford
    Hertford East to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:33
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Hertford East
    Retford
    Hertford East to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:03
    2 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    11:10
    Hertford East
    Retford
    Hertford East to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:58
    2 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    12:38
    Hertford East
    Retford
    Hertford East to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:28
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    12:44
    Hertford East
    Retford
    Hertford East to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:58
    2 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    13:10
    Hertford East
    Retford
    Hertford East to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:58
    2 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    14:41
    Hertford East
    Retford
    Hertford East to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    12:28
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    14:48
    Hertford East
    Retford
    Hertford East to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    12:59
    2 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    15:11
    Hertford East
    Retford
    Hertford East to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:58
    2 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    16:39
    Hertford East
    Retford
    Hertford East to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    14:28
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    16:43
    Hertford East
    Retford
    Hertford East to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    14:58
    2 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    17:11
    Hertford East
    Retford
    Hertford East to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    15:58
    2 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    18:03
    Hertford East
    Retford
    Hertford East to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    17:04
    2 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    19:28
    Hertford East
    Retford
    Hertford East to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    18:03
    2 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    20:05
    Hertford East
    Retford
    Hertford East to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    19:09
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    21:52
    Hertford East
    Retford
    Hertford East to Retford

About Hertford East Station

Station name Hertford East (HFE)
Address Hertford East station, Mill Road, Hertford, Hertfordshire, SG14 1SB
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:15 - 18:00
Saturday 07:40 - 14:30
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
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 Hertford East and Retford

The travel time between Hertford East and Retford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 40 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 2 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Hertford East and Retford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 23 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:03, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:28.

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Amenities on trains between Hertford East 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 Hertford East & Retford. owever, there are 23 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Great Northern, First Hull Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Hertford East and Retford.

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