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Trains from Rayleigh (RLG) to Retford

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27

train journeys
per day

136

miles (218 kms)

3hrs 8 mins

fastest journey

04:16 / 00:05

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

7

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Rayleigh (RLG) to Retford

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On a typical weekday there are 27 scheduled rail journeys between Rayleigh and Retford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 27 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Rayleigh to Retford is approximately 136 miles (218 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 8 mins.

Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, First Hull Trains, Elizabeth Line, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Rayleigh and Retford.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Rayleigh to Retford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 8 mins.

Journeys from Rayleigh to Retford Today

  • Mon 6th May
    04:16
    3 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    07:32
    Rayleigh
    Retford
    Rayleigh to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    05:16
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    Rayleigh
    Retford
    Rayleigh to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    05:46
    3 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    09:38
    Rayleigh
    Retford
    Rayleigh to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:06
    3 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    10:38
    Rayleigh
    Retford
    Rayleigh to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:26
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Rayleigh
    Retford
    Rayleigh to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:06
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    11:10
    Rayleigh
    Retford
    Rayleigh to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:06
    3 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    12:38
    Rayleigh
    Retford
    Rayleigh to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:26
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    12:44
    Rayleigh
    Retford
    Rayleigh to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:06
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    13:10
    Rayleigh
    Retford
    Rayleigh to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:06
    3 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    14:41
    Rayleigh
    Retford
    Rayleigh to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:26
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    14:48
    Rayleigh
    Retford
    Rayleigh to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    12:06
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    15:11
    Rayleigh
    Retford
    Rayleigh to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    12:26
    3 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    16:18
    Rayleigh
    Retford
    Rayleigh to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:06
    3 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    16:39
    Rayleigh
    Retford
    Rayleigh to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:26
    3 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    16:43
    Rayleigh
    Retford
    Rayleigh to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    14:06
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    17:11
    Rayleigh
    Retford
    Rayleigh to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    14:26
    3 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    17:59
    Rayleigh
    Retford
    Rayleigh to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    15:06
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    18:03
    Rayleigh
    Retford
    Rayleigh to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    16:06
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    19:28
    Rayleigh
    Retford
    Rayleigh to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    17:06
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    20:05
    Rayleigh
    Retford
    Rayleigh to Retford

About Rayleigh Station

Station name Rayleigh (RLG)
Address Rayleigh station, Station Road, Rayleigh, Essex, SS6 7HJ
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 20:00
Tuesday 06:00 - 20:00
Wednesday 06:00 - 20:00
Thursday 06:00 - 20:00
Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:10 - 19:30
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

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 Rayleigh and Retford

The travel time between Rayleigh 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 8 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Rayleigh and Retford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 27 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:16, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:05.

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Amenities on trains between Rayleigh 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 Rayleigh & Retford. owever, there are 27 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, First Hull Trains, Elizabeth Line, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Rayleigh and Retford.

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