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Trains from Retford to Aberystwyth (AYW)

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11

train journeys
per day

144

miles (233 kms)

5hrs 18 mins

fastest journey

06:56 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Retford to Aberystwyth (AYW)

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On a typical weekday there are 11 scheduled rail journeys between Retford and Aberystwyth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 11 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Retford to Aberystwyth is approximately 144 miles (233 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 37 mins.

Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Retford and Aberystwyth.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Retford to Aberystwyth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 18 mins.

Journeys from Retford to Aberystwyth Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:56
    5 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    12:20
    Retford
    Aberystwyth
    Retford to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:57
    5 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    13:22
    Retford
    Aberystwyth
    Retford to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:51
    5 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    15:21
    Retford
    Aberystwyth
    Retford to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:58
    5 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    17:21
    Retford
    Aberystwyth
    Retford to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:03
    5 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    19:21
    Retford
    Aberystwyth
    Retford to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:51
    5 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    20:20
    Retford
    Aberystwyth
    Retford to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:57
    5 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    21:22
    Retford
    Aberystwyth
    Retford to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:53
    5 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    22:22
    Retford
    Aberystwyth
    Retford to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:00
    6 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    00:02
    Retford
    Aberystwyth
    Retford to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:53
    11 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    08:22
    Retford
    Aberystwyth
    Retford to Aberystwyth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:18
    12 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    11:21
    Retford
    Aberystwyth
    Retford to Aberystwyth

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

About Aberystwyth Station

Station name Aberystwyth (AYW)
Address Aberystwyth station, Alexandra Road, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 1LH
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:10 - 17:40
Saturday 07:15 - 17:40
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Available
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Retford and Aberystwyth

The travel time between Retford and Aberystwyth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 37 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 18 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Retford and Aberystwyth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 11 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:56, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

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Amenities on trains between Retford and Aberystwyth can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Retford & Aberystwyth. owever, there are 11 possible journeys which require a change.

Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Retford and Aberystwyth.

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