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Retford to Nottingham train prices and times

Planning a journey from Retford to Nottingham? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £4.95, with average prices for this route around £17.40. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:51 Retford	07:24 Nottingham	1h 33m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:51 Retford	07:41 Nottingham	1h 50m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:13 Retford	07:50 Nottingham	1h 37m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:13 Retford	08:00 Nottingham	1h 47m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:25 Retford	08:28 Nottingham	2h 3m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:51 Retford	08:28 Paris	1h 37m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Retford to Nottingham train route details

First train

05:51

Last train

23:18

Departure station

Retford

Arrival station

Nottingham

Journey time

1h 21m

Distance

28 miles

Price

£4.95*

Train Operators

Northern, East Midlands Railway, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from Retford to Nottingham

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Retford to Nottingham can result in significant cost savings.

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 involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Retford to Nottingham, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

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 Retford to Nottingham 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 planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Retford to Nottingham train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Retford to Nottingham 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 offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
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%.

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Retford to Nottingham train prices and times

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