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Trains from Swansea (SWA) to Retford

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16

train journeys
per day

171

miles (276 kms)

5hrs 12 mins

fastest journey

04:59 / 20:16

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

7

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Swansea (SWA) to Retford

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Swansea 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 Swansea to Retford is approximately 171 miles (276 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 38 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Swansea to Retford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 12 mins.

Journeys from Swansea to Retford Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:59
    5 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    10:19
    Swansea
    Retford
    Swansea to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:58
    5 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    11:10
    Swansea
    Retford
    Swansea to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:57
    5 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    12:21
    Swansea
    Retford
    Swansea to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:20
    5 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    12:44
    Swansea
    Retford
    Swansea to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:43
    5 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    13:10
    Swansea
    Retford
    Swansea to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:23
    5 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    14:18
    Swansea
    Retford
    Swansea to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:23
    5 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    14:48
    Swansea
    Retford
    Swansea to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:23
    5 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    16:16
    Swansea
    Retford
    Swansea to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:23
    5 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    16:43
    Swansea
    Retford
    Swansea to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:23
    5 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    18:03
    Swansea
    Retford
    Swansea to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:23
    6 hrs 2 changes
    19:23
    Swansea
    Retford
    Swansea to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:23
    5 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    20:05
    Swansea
    Retford
    Swansea to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:23
    6 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    21:30
    Swansea
    Retford
    Swansea to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:23
    5 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    21:52
    Swansea
    Retford
    Swansea to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:49
    6 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    23:02
    Swansea
    Retford
    Swansea to Retford
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:23
    5 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    23:14
    Swansea
    Retford
    Swansea to Retford

About Swansea Station

Station name Swansea (SWA)
Address Swansea station, High Street, Swansea, City & County of Swansea, SA1 1NU
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:15 - 20:00
Saturday 06:15 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 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 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 Swansea and Retford

The travel time between Swansea and Retford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 38 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 12 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Swansea 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 04:59, and the last train of the day leaves at 20:16.

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Amenities on trains between Swansea 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 Swansea & Retford. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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