Carlisle to Retford Trains

Carlisle to Retford trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Carlisle and Retford takes 4h 47m and the fastest train takes 3h 22m. There is a train service every few hours from Carlisle 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 47m
Duration: 190 mi
Distance: £75
Average price: Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train via Newcastle upon Tyne

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3h 59m

£48–119

Carlisle to Retford train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Carlisle and Retford. The earliest departure is at 5:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carlisle is at 10:02 PM which arrives into Retford at 6:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Newcastle and take an average of 4h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

5:52 AM → 9:40 AM
3h 48m • 2 changes
6:54 AM → 11:04 AM
4h 10m • 2 changes
8:03 AM → 11:41 AM
3h 38m • 2 changes
8:52 AM → 1:05 PM
4h 13m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

5:52 AM → 9:40 AM
3h 48m • 2 changes
6:54 AM → 11:04 AM
4h 10m • 2 changes
8:03 AM → 11:41 AM
3h 38m • 2 changes
8:52 AM → 1:05 PM
4h 13m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

5:52 AM → 9:40 AM
3h 48m • 2 changes
6:54 AM → 11:04 AM
4h 10m • 2 changes
8:03 AM → 11:41 AM
3h 38m • 2 changes
8:52 AM → 1:05 PM
4h 13m • 2 changes
Show more

Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

5:52 AM → 9:40 AM
3h 48m • 2 changes
6:54 AM → 11:04 AM
4h 10m • 2 changes
8:03 AM → 11:41 AM
3h 38m • 2 changes
8:52 AM → 1:05 PM
4h 13m • 2 changes
Show more

Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

5:52 AM → 9:41 AM
3h 49m • 2 changes
6:54 AM → 11:04 AM
4h 10m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Carlisle 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.

Trip Overview

Train via Newcastle upon Tyne

Carlisle to Retford train times

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

5:52 AM → 9:40 AM

6:54 AM → 11:04 AM

8:03 AM → 11:41 AM

8:52 AM → 1:05 PM

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

5:52 AM → 9:40 AM

6:54 AM → 11:04 AM

8:03 AM → 11:41 AM

8:52 AM → 1:05 PM

Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

5:52 AM → 9:40 AM

6:54 AM → 11:04 AM

8:03 AM → 11:41 AM

8:52 AM → 1:05 PM

Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

5:52 AM → 9:40 AM

6:54 AM → 11:04 AM

8:03 AM → 11:41 AM

8:52 AM → 1:05 PM

Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

5:52 AM → 9:41 AM

6:54 AM → 11:04 AM

Frequently asked questions

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

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Trip Overview

Train via Newcastle upon Tyne

Carlisle to Retford train times

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

5:52 AM → 9:40 AM

6:54 AM → 11:04 AM

8:03 AM → 11:41 AM

8:52 AM → 1:05 PM

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

5:52 AM → 9:40 AM

6:54 AM → 11:04 AM

8:03 AM → 11:41 AM

8:52 AM → 1:05 PM

Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

5:52 AM → 9:40 AM

6:54 AM → 11:04 AM

8:03 AM → 11:41 AM

8:52 AM → 1:05 PM

Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

5:52 AM → 9:40 AM

6:54 AM → 11:04 AM

8:03 AM → 11:41 AM

8:52 AM → 1:05 PM

Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

5:52 AM → 9:41 AM

6:54 AM → 11:04 AM

Frequently asked questions

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

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