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Plymouth to Retford trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Plymouth and Retford takes 6h 33m and the fastest train takes 5h 36m. The train service runs several times per day from Plymouth 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.

6h 33m
Duration
315 mi
Distance
£159
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Plymouth to Retford train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Plymouth and Retford. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 5:27 PM which arrives into Retford at 6:24 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 48m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited6h 6m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited12h 57m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 55m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 56m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 48m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 52m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 55m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 56m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 48m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 52m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 55m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 56m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 48m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 52m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 55m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 56m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 48m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 52m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 53m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 49m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 50m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 49m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 56m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 54m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 50m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 51m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Plymouth 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.

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  • Distance: 314.7 mi
  • Duration: 6h 33m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Plymouth to Sheffield hourly. Tickets cost £120–190 and the journey takes 4h 51m.

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