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York to Retford train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from York to Retford, starting from £5.75 and averaging £9.40. The entire journey takes no more than 30m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
04:40 York	05:49 Retford	1h 9m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:00 York	06:50 Retford	50m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:33 York	07:35 Retford	1h 2m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:02 York	08:32 Retford	30m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:32 York	09:39 Retford	1h 7m, No direct	Find Tickets
10:02 York	10:38 Paris	36m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

York to Retford train route details

First train

04:40

Last train

22:25

Departure station

York

Arrival station

Retford

Journey time

30m

Distance

46 miles

Price

£5.75*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, LNER, Hull Trains

How to book cheap train tickets from York 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 York 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

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about 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 York 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 York 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 York to Retford more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

York to Retford train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
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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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before 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%.

Trains from York to Retford from £5.75*

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York to Retford train prices and times

York to Retford train route details