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East Midlands Railway

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Bulwell to Retford by train

First train

04:26

Last train

20:36

Departure station

Bulwell

Arrival station

Retford

Journey time

From 1h 21m

Distance

24 miles (39 km)

Frequency

26 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

Hull Trains, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway

Take the train from Bulwell to Retford in 1 hour 21 minutes

If you want to travel from Bulwell to Retford by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Bulwell to Retford by train to take around 2 hours 10 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 1 hour 21 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 26 trains per day running on this route, which spans 24 miles (39 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Retford. You can travel on this route with either London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway or Hull Trains. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from Bulwell to Retford are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including money-saving tips, or check our timetable above where you can view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from Bulwell to Retford

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

How do you get to Retford from Bulwell?

To travel to Retford from Bulwell, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 2 hours and 10 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 1 hour and 21 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Bulwell to Retford?

Trains from Bulwell to Retford take an average of 2 hours and 10 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 1 hour and 21 minutes. You'll usually find 26 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Bulwell and Retford by train?

The quickest journey time between Bulwell and Retford by train is 1 hour and 21 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Bulwell to Retford?

No, there are no direct trains running from Bulwell to Retford, you’ll usually need to make at least 1 change during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Bulwell to Retford

Book in advance

Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.

Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Bulwell to Retford is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

Split your tickets

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† 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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