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Trains from Retford to Reading

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18

train journeys
per day

128

miles (206 kms)

2hrs 35 mins

fastest journey

05:50 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Retford to Reading

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Retford and Reading , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Retford to Reading is approximately 128 miles (206 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 24 mins.

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

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Retford to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 35 mins.

Journeys from Retford to Reading Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:50
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    08:44
    Retford
    Reading
    Retford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:51
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    09:46
    Retford
    Reading
    Retford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:35
    2 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    11:11
    Retford
    Reading
    Retford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:39
    2 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    12:16
    Retford
    Reading
    Retford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:40
    2 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    13:38
    Retford
    Reading
    Retford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:41
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    14:16
    Retford
    Reading
    Retford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:40
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    15:39
    Retford
    Reading
    Retford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:39
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    16:23
    Retford
    Reading
    Retford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:43
    2 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    17:41
    Retford
    Reading
    Retford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:19
    2 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    18:57
    Retford
    Reading
    Retford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:41
    3 hrs 2 changes
    19:41
    Retford
    Reading
    Retford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:00
    2 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    20:46
    Retford
    Reading
    Retford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:18
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    20:53
    Retford
    Reading
    Retford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:41
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    21:45
    Retford
    Reading
    Retford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:18
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    23:19
    Retford
    Reading
    Retford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:32
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    00:47
    Retford
    Reading
    Retford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:04
    5 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    04:25
    Retford
    Reading
    Retford to Reading
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:18
    10 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    09:40
    Retford
    Reading
    Retford to Reading

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 Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
Address Reading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
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 Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Retford and Reading

The travel time between Retford and Reading by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 24 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 35 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Retford and Reading vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:50, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

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Amenities on trains between Retford and Reading 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 & Reading. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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