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Trains from Southport (SOP) to Retford

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3

train journeys
per day

87

miles (141 kms)

10hrs 19 mins

fastest journey

19:30 / 00:37

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

1

route

Trains from Southport (SOP) to Retford

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On a typical weekday there are 3 scheduled rail journeys between Southport and Retford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 3 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southport to Retford is approximately 87 miles (141 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 10hrs 47 mins.

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

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southport to Retford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 10hrs 19 mins.

Journeys from Southport to Retford Today

  • Mon 6th May
    19:30
    10 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    05:49
    Southport
    Retford
    Southport to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    21:25
    10 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    08:18
    Southport
    Retford
    Southport to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    23:10
    11 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    10:19
    Southport
    Retford
    Southport to Retford

About Southport Station

Station name Southport (SOP)
Address Southport station, Chapel Street, Southport, Merseyside, PR8 1BE
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 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 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 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 Southport and Retford

The travel time between Southport and Retford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 10hrs 47 mins & the fastest journey takes 10hrs 19 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southport and Retford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 3 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 19:30, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:37.

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Amenities on trains between Southport 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 Southport & Retford. owever, there are 3 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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