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Trains from Southend Central (SOC) to Retford

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19

train journeys
per day

141

miles (227 kms)

3hrs 5 mins

fastest journey

03:45 / 22:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Southend Central (SOC) to Retford

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Southend Central and Retford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southend Central to Retford is approximately 141 miles (227 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 4 mins.

Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, c2c, First Hull Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Southend Central and Retford.

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

Journeys from Southend Central to Retford Today

  • Mon 6th May
    03:45
    4 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    07:55
    Southend Central
    Retford
    Southend Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    04:51
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    Southend Central
    Retford
    Southend Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    06:48
    3 hrs 58 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    10:46
    Southend Central
    Retford
    Southend Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    06:55
    3 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    10:46
    Southend Central
    Retford
    Southend Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    08:05
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    11:10
    Southend Central
    Retford
    Southend Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:05
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    12:44
    Southend Central
    Retford
    Southend Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    10:05
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    13:10
    Southend Central
    Retford
    Southend Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:05
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    14:48
    Southend Central
    Retford
    Southend Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    12:05
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    15:11
    Southend Central
    Retford
    Southend Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:05
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    16:43
    Southend Central
    Retford
    Southend Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    14:05
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    17:11
    Southend Central
    Retford
    Southend Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    14:35
    3 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    18:03
    Southend Central
    Retford
    Southend Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    16:05
    3 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    19:28
    Southend Central
    Retford
    Southend Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    16:35
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    20:05
    Southend Central
    Retford
    Southend Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    17:05
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    20:13
    Southend Central
    Retford
    Southend Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    18:35
    3 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    21:52
    Southend Central
    Retford
    Southend Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    19:35
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    23:14
    Southend Central
    Retford
    Southend Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    22:36
    8 hrs 56 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    07:32
    Southend Central
    Retford
    Southend Central to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    22:45
    8 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    07:32
    Southend Central
    Retford
    Southend Central to Retford

About Southend Central Station

Station name Southend Central (SOC)
Address Southend Central station, Clifftown Road, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 1AB
Managed by CC

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 18:45
Saturday 06:30 - 21:00
Sunday 07:30 - 19:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Southend Central and Retford

The travel time between Southend Central and Retford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 4 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 5 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southend Central and Retford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 03:45, and the last train of the day leaves at 22:58.

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Amenities on trains between Southend Central 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 Southend Central & Retford. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, c2c, First Hull Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Southend Central and Retford.

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