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Trains from Retford to Southport (SOP)

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22

train journeys
per day

87

miles (141 kms)

3hrs 29 mins

fastest journey

06:56 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Retford to Southport (SOP)

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Retford and Southport , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Retford to Southport is approximately 87 miles (141 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 12 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Retford to Southport. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 29 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Retford to Southport

Journeys from Retford to Southport Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:56
    3 hrs 45 mins2 changes
    10:41
    Retford
    Southport
    Retford to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:35
    3 hrs 49 mins2 changes
    11:24
    Retford
    Southport
    Retford to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:57
    3 hrs 44 mins2 changes
    11:41
    Retford
    Southport
    Retford to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:52
    3 hrs 37 mins3 changes
    12:29
    Retford
    Southport
    Retford to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:59
    3 hrs 42 mins2 changes
    12:41
    Retford
    Southport
    Retford to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:52
    3 hrs 49 mins2 changes
    13:41
    Retford
    Southport
    Retford to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:47
    3 hrs 42 mins3 changes
    14:29
    Retford
    Southport
    Retford to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:11
    3 hrs 32 mins2 changes
    14:43
    Retford
    Southport
    Retford to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:58
    3 hrs 43 mins2 changes
    15:41
    Retford
    Southport
    Retford to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:50
    3 hrs 39 mins3 changes
    16:29
    Retford
    Southport
    Retford to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:11
    3 hrs 30 mins2 changes
    16:41
    Retford
    Southport
    Retford to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:03
    3 hrs 38 mins2 changes
    17:41
    Retford
    Southport
    Retford to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:50
    3 hrs 39 mins3 changes
    18:29
    Retford
    Southport
    Retford to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:12
    3 hrs 29 mins2 changes
    18:41
    Retford
    Southport
    Retford to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:57
    3 hrs 44 mins2 changes
    19:41
    Retford
    Southport
    Retford to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:45
    3 hrs 44 mins3 changes
    20:29
    Retford
    Southport
    Retford to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    17:12
    3 hrs 29 mins2 changes
    20:41
    Retford
    Southport
    Retford to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    18:05
    3 hrs 40 mins2 changes
    21:45
    Retford
    Southport
    Retford to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    18:57
    3 hrs 44 mins2 changes
    22:41
    Retford
    Southport
    Retford to Southport
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    19:30
    4 hrs 24 mins4 changes
    23:54
    Retford
    Southport
    Retford to Southport

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 Southport Station

Station name Southport (SOP)
AddressSouthport station, Chapel Street, Southport, Merseyside, PR8 1BE
Managed byME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 05:28 - 00:37
Tuesday 05:28 - 00:37
Wednesday 05:28 - 00:37
Thursday 05:28 - 00:37
Friday 05:28 - 00:37
Saturday 05:28 - 00:37
Sunday 07:43 - 00:37
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Retford and Southport

The travel time between Retford and Southport by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 12 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 29 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Retford and Southport vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 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 Southport 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 & Southport. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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