The average train between Bristol and Retford takes 4h 23m and the fastest train takes 3h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Bristol 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.
Trains run every 2 hours between Bristol and Retford. The earliest departure is at 6:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 7:33 PM which arrives into Retford at 6:24 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Retford. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Retford station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.
Bristol to Retford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Retford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Sheffield station.
Book your Bristol to Retford train tickets online with Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Bristol and Retford is 236 km. The road distance is 303 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Sheffield hourly. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 2h 45m.