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Trains from Shrewsbury (SHR) to Retford

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16

train journeys
per day

85

miles (138 kms)

3hrs 6 mins

fastest journey

05:18 / 23:51

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

7

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Shrewsbury (SHR) to Retford

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Shrewsbury and Retford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Shrewsbury to Retford is approximately 85 miles (138 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 53 mins.

First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, West Midlands Trains, London North Eastern Railway, First Hull Trains, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Shrewsbury and Retford.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Shrewsbury to Retford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 6 mins.

Journeys from Shrewsbury to Retford Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:18
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    09:20
    Shrewsbury
    Retford
    Shrewsbury to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:47
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    10:19
    Shrewsbury
    Retford
    Shrewsbury to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:49
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    11:21
    Shrewsbury
    Retford
    Shrewsbury to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:44
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    12:21
    Shrewsbury
    Retford
    Shrewsbury to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:54
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    13:16
    Shrewsbury
    Retford
    Shrewsbury to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:53
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    14:18
    Shrewsbury
    Retford
    Shrewsbury to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:53
    3 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    15:17
    Shrewsbury
    Retford
    Shrewsbury to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:51
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    16:16
    Shrewsbury
    Retford
    Shrewsbury to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:54
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    17:19
    Shrewsbury
    Retford
    Shrewsbury to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:47
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    17:59
    Shrewsbury
    Retford
    Shrewsbury to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:57
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    19:23
    Shrewsbury
    Retford
    Shrewsbury to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:52
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    20:17
    Shrewsbury
    Retford
    Shrewsbury to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:50
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    21:30
    Shrewsbury
    Retford
    Shrewsbury to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:48
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    22:27
    Shrewsbury
    Retford
    Shrewsbury to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:56
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    23:02
    Shrewsbury
    Retford
    Shrewsbury to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:40
    10 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    Shrewsbury
    Retford
    Shrewsbury to Retford

About Shrewsbury Station

Station name Shrewsbury (SHR)
Address Shrewsbury station, Castle Foregate, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 2DQ
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 20:40
Saturday 05:20 - 19:40
Sunday 07:20 - 19:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Shrewsbury and Retford

The travel time between Shrewsbury and Retford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 53 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 6 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Shrewsbury and Retford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:18, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:51.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Shrewsbury & Retford. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, West Midlands Trains, London North Eastern Railway, First Hull Trains, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Shrewsbury and Retford.

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