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Trains from Long Preston to Retford

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12

train journeys
per day

72

miles (116 kms)

2hrs 31 mins

fastest journey

05:40 / 23:11

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Long Preston to Retford

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On a typical weekday there are 12 scheduled rail journeys between Long Preston and Retford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 12 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Long Preston to Retford is approximately 72 miles (116 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 31 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Long Preston to Retford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 31 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Long Preston to Retford

Journeys from Long Preston to Retford Today

  • Mon 23rd Sep
    05:40
    4 hrs 40 mins3 changes
    10:20
    Long Preston
    Retford
    Long Preston to Retford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:42
    2 hrs 56 mins2 changes
    10:38
    Long Preston
    Retford
    Long Preston to Retford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    10:07
    2 hrs 31 mins2 changes
    12:38
    Long Preston
    Retford
    Long Preston to Retford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    10:36
    3 hrs 2 mins2 changes
    13:38
    Long Preston
    Retford
    Long Preston to Retford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    11:39
    3 hrs 2 mins2 changes
    14:41
    Long Preston
    Retford
    Long Preston to Retford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    11:44
    4 hrs 12 mins4 changes
    15:56
    Long Preston
    Retford
    Long Preston to Retford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    13:39
    2 hrs 39 mins2 changes
    16:18
    Long Preston
    Retford
    Long Preston to Retford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    15:40
    2 hrs 19 mins1 change
    17:59
    Long Preston
    Retford
    Long Preston to Retford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    16:36
    3 hrs 29 mins2 changes
    20:05
    Long Preston
    Retford
    Long Preston to Retford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    18:39
    2 hrs 51 mins1 change
    21:30
    Long Preston
    Retford
    Long Preston to Retford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    20:08
    2 hrs 54 mins2 changes
    23:02
    Long Preston
    Retford
    Long Preston to Retford
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    22:05
    7 hrs 44 mins1 change
    05:49
    Long Preston
    Retford
    Long Preston to Retford

About Long Preston Station

Station name Long Preston (LPR)
AddressLong Preston station, Station Road, Long Preston, North Yorkshire, BD23 4NH
Managed byNT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on DepartureUnavailable
From Ticket Machines
From ticket officeNo

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Long Preston and Retford

The travel time between Long Preston and Retford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 31 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 31 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Long Preston and Retford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 12 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:11.

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Amenities on trains between Long Preston 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 Long Preston & Retford. owever, there are 12 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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