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Chatham to Retford by train

First train

09:28

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

Travelling from Chatham to Retford by train

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!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Chatham to Retford? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Chatham to Retford take?

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.

What's the fastest journey time between Chatham and Retford by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Chatham to Retford is 2 hours and 41 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Chatham to Retford?

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.

What time does the first train from Chatham to Retford leave?

The first train from Chatham to Retford leaves at 09:28. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Chatham to Retford leave?

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.

What's the distance between Chatham and Retford by train?

Trains travelling from Chatham to Retford cover a distance of around 147 miles (237 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Retford to Chatham.

Cheap train tickets from Chatham to Retford

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Consider a Season Ticket

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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