The average train between Oxford and Retford takes 3h 17m and the fastest train takes 2h 38m. There is a train service every few hours from Oxford 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 hourly between Oxford and Retford. The earliest departure is at 12:11 AM at night, and the last departure from Oxford is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Retford at 10:16 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 3h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 10m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Oxford 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.
No, there is no direct train from Oxford to Retford. However, there are services departing from Oxford station and arriving at Retford station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.
Oxford to Retford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Oxford station.
Oxford to Retford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Retford station.
Book your Oxford to Retford train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Oxford and Retford is 175.8 km. The road distance is 328 km.
You can take a train from Oxford to Retford via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 3h 12m.