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Ashington to Retford train prices and times

Planning a journey from Ashington to Retford? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £48.90, with average prices for this route around £16.00. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
06:00 Ashington	08:32 Retford	2h 32m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:31 Ashington	09:39 Retford	3h 8m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:00 Ashington	10:38 Retford	2h 38m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:31 Ashington	11:40 Retford	3h 9m, No direct	Find Tickets
10:00 Ashington	12:38 Retford	2h 38m, No direct	Find Tickets
10:30 Ashington	13:38 Paris	3h 8m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Ashington to Retford train route details

First train

06:00

Last train

22:30

Departure station

Ashington

Arrival station

Retford

Journey time

2h 32m

Distance

132 miles

Price

£48.90*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Northern, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from Ashington to Retford

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Ashington to Retford. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Ashington to Retford, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Ashington to Retford ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Ashington to Retford more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Ashington to Retford train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Ashington to Retford with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

Trains from Ashington to Retford from £48.90*

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Ashington to Retford train prices and times

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