First train | 09:28 | |
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Last train | 22:28 | |
Departure station | Chatham | |
Arrival station | Retford | |
Journey time | From 2h 41m | |
Distance | 147 miles (237 km) | |
Frequency | 1 train per day | |
Changes | 2 changes | |
Train operators | CrossCountry, Hull Trains, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway |
Looking to travel from Chatham to Retford by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 5 hours 29 minutes to travel from Chatham to Retford by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 41 minutes though. You'll usually find 1 train per day running along the 147 miles (237 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Retford, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia or East Midlands Railway to get to Retford. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Chatham to Retford in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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The average journey time by train between Chatham and Retford is 5 hours and 29 minutes, with around 1 train per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Chatham to Retford is 2 hours and 41 minutes.
No, there are no direct train services from Chatham to Retford. Travelling from Chatham to Retford by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.
The first train from Chatham to Retford leaves at 09:28. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Chatham to Retford leaves at 22:28. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Chatham to Retford cover a distance of around 147 miles (237 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Retford to Chatham.
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