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Trains from Retford to Elmswell (ESW)

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14

train journeys
per day

107

miles (173 kms)

2hrs 47 mins

fastest journey

06:51 / 23:34

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 4 changes)

7

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Retford to Elmswell (ESW)

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On a typical weekday there are 14 scheduled rail journeys between Retford and Elmswell , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Retford to Elmswell is approximately 107 miles (173 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 1 mins.

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

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Retford to Elmswell. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 47 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Retford to Elmswell

Journeys from Retford to Elmswell Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:51
    2 hrs 47 mins2 changes
    09:38
    Retford
    Elmswell
    Retford to Elmswell
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:41
    3 hrs 55 mins2 changes
    11:36
    Retford
    Elmswell
    Retford to Elmswell
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:35
    4 hrs 1 min2 changes
    12:36
    Retford
    Elmswell
    Retford to Elmswell
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:40
    2 hrs 56 mins2 changes
    13:36
    Retford
    Elmswell
    Retford to Elmswell
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:41
    2 hrs 55 mins3 changes
    14:36
    Retford
    Elmswell
    Retford to Elmswell
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:40
    2 hrs 56 mins2 changes
    15:36
    Retford
    Elmswell
    Retford to Elmswell
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:39
    2 hrs 59 mins3 changes
    16:38
    Retford
    Elmswell
    Retford to Elmswell
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:43
    2 hrs 55 mins2 changes
    17:38
    Retford
    Elmswell
    Retford to Elmswell
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:50
    3 hrs 48 mins3 changes
    18:38
    Retford
    Elmswell
    Retford to Elmswell
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:41
    2 hrs 55 mins2 changes
    19:36
    Retford
    Elmswell
    Retford to Elmswell
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    18:41
    2 hrs 55 mins2 changes
    21:36
    Retford
    Elmswell
    Retford to Elmswell
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    20:18
    3 hrs 20 mins3 changes
    23:38
    Retford
    Elmswell
    Retford to Elmswell
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    23:04
    8 hrs 33 mins2 changes
    07:37
    Retford
    Elmswell
    Retford to Elmswell
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    23:16
    9 hrs 21 mins4 changes
    08:37
    Retford
    Elmswell
    Retford to Elmswell

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

About Elmswell Station

Station name Elmswell (ESW)
AddressElmswell station, Station Road, Elmswell, Suffolk, IP30 9HA
Managed byLE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeNo

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Retford and Elmswell

The travel time between Retford and Elmswell by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 1 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 47 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Retford and Elmswell vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 14 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:51, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:34.

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Amenities on trains between Retford and Elmswell 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 & Elmswell. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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