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Trip Overview

The average train between Blackpool and Retford takes 4h 25m and the fastest train takes 3h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackpool to Retford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 25m
Duration
125 mi
Distance
£50
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Leedstrain train Blackpool North - York / ...
  2. Take the train from Leeds to Doncastertrain train Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
3h 44m
£38–75

Blackpool to Retford train times

Trains run hourly between Blackpool and Retford. The earliest departure is at 5:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 10:02 PM which arrives into Retford at 5:57 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 4h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)8h 38m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 46m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Hull Trains3h 21m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 46m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Hull Trains3h 22m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 46m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Hull Trains3h 21m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 46m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Hull Trains3h 22m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 46m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Hull Trains3h 21m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 46m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Hull Trains3h 22m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 46m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Hull Trains3h 21m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 46m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Hull Trains3h 22m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Blackpool to Retford? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Blackpool to Retford.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 125.1 mi
  • Duration: 4h 25m

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and Retford, England?

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Retford via Leeds and Doncaster in around 3h 44m.

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