This websites requires JavaScript to work. It looks like your browser doesn't support JavaScript, or has it turned off. Please try again with JavaScript support.

credit-card Passengers Seat Reservations info Mobile ticket available

Trains from Retford to Stafford (STA)

Find the cheapest fares to Stafford by splitting your tickets

20

train journeys
per day

60

miles (97 kms)

2hrs 32 mins

fastest journey

05:50 / 00:06

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

7

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Retford to Stafford (STA)

Buy tickets from Retford to Stafford. Explore the list of all train routes from Retford to Stafford and choose the most convenient one at the best price. Book in advance, buy at no extra charge and refund if your trip is canceled

On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Retford and Stafford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Retford to Stafford is approximately 60 miles (97 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 28 mins.

First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, First Hull Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Retford and Stafford.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Retford to Stafford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 32 mins.

Journeys from Retford to Stafford Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:50
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    09:32
    Retford
    Stafford
    Retford to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:56
    2 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    09:34
    Retford
    Stafford
    Retford to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:17
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    10:32
    Retford
    Stafford
    Retford to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:57
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    11:02
    Retford
    Stafford
    Retford to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:00
    2 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    11:34
    Retford
    Stafford
    Retford to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:51
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    13:02
    Retford
    Stafford
    Retford to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:54
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    13:34
    Retford
    Stafford
    Retford to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:11
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    14:32
    Retford
    Stafford
    Retford to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:58
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    15:02
    Retford
    Stafford
    Retford to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:51
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    15:34
    Retford
    Stafford
    Retford to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:11
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    16:32
    Retford
    Stafford
    Retford to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:03
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    17:02
    Retford
    Stafford
    Retford to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:51
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    17:36
    Retford
    Stafford
    Retford to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:57
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    19:03
    Retford
    Stafford
    Retford to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:53
    2 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    19:31
    Retford
    Stafford
    Retford to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:00
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    21:10
    Retford
    Stafford
    Retford to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:57
    2 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    21:34
    Retford
    Stafford
    Retford to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:02
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    22:34
    Retford
    Stafford
    Retford to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:16
    6 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    05:54
    Retford
    Stafford
    Retford to Stafford
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:18
    9 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    08:50
    Retford
    Stafford
    Retford to Stafford

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 Stafford Station

Station name Stafford (STA)
Address Stafford station, Station Road, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST16 2AA
Managed by VT

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 08:30 - 20:00
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 Stafford

The travel time between Retford and Stafford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 28 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 32 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Retford and Stafford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:50, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

First class tickets on trains between Retford and Stafford typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

By booking your tickets on traintickets.com!

There are many ways to save on the cost of train travel between Retford and Stafford. On traintickets.com, we do all the work for you to find the cheapest way possible to get to Stafford, and can save you up to 90%! Simply search for your journey, and be assured we have found you the best possible price.

See our page on Split Ticketing for a full explanation, & read our other tips on how to get the cheapest train tickets.

No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Retford & Stafford. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, First Hull Trains, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Retford and Stafford.

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