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Burnley to Retford trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Burnley and Retford takes 3h 20m and the fastest train takes 2h 17m. There is a train service every few hours from Burnley 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.

3h 20m
Duration
85 mi
Distance
£34
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Burnley to Retford train times

Trains run hourly between Burnley and Retford. The earliest departure is at 6:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Burnley is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Retford at 5:57 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 3h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 43m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 33m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)7h 27m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)6h 56m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 43m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Hull Trains2h 18m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 41m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Hull Trains2h 18m • 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)2h 43m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Hull Trains2h 18m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 41m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Hull Trains2h 18m • 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)2h 43m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Hull Trains2h 18m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 41m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Hull Trains2h 18m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 43m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Hull Trains2h 18m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Burnley 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 Burnley to Retford.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 84.8 mi
  • Duration: 3h 20m

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

You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Retford via Leeds and Doncaster in around 2h 40m.

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