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Outbound fromRetford to Glasgow by train
It takes an average of 4h 24m to travel from Retford to Glasgow by train, over a distance of around 220 miles (354 km). There are normally 28 trains per day travelling from Retford to Glasgow and tickets for this journey start from £44.80 when you book in advance.
Take the train from Retford to Glasgow in 4 hours 24 minutes
If you want to travel from Retford to Glasgow by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Retford to Glasgow by train to take around 4 hours 24 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 4 hours 24 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 28 trains per day running on this route, which spans 220 miles (354 km). There's no need for any changes along the way, as there are direct trains available to Glasgow. You can travel with London North Eastern Railway trains during your journey, as they are the main operator of services on this route.
Train tickets from Retford to Glasgow start from £44.80 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than 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.
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Cheap train tickets from Retford to Glasgow
Book in advance
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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 Retford to Glasgow 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.