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Outbound fromRetford to London Kings Cross by train
It takes an average of 1h 44m to travel from Retford to London Kings Cross by train, over a distance of around 128 miles (206 km). There are normally 36 trains per day travelling from Retford to London Kings Cross and tickets for this journey start from £13 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:50 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:04 | |
| Departure station | Retford | |
| Arrival station | London Kings Cross | |
| Journey time | From 1h 22m | |
| Distance | 128 miles (206 km) | |
| Frequency | 36 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £13 | |
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Taking the train from Retford to London Kings Cross in 1 hour 22 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Retford to London Kings Cross? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 1 hour 44 minutes to travel the 128 miles (206 km) from Retford to London Kings Cross by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 22 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 36 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Lumo or Hull Trains to London Kings Cross. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Retford to London Kings Cross in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £13.00. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to London Kings Cross by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Retford to London Kings Cross
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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 London Kings Cross 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.
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