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Plymouth to Retford trains

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The average train between Plymouth and Retford takes 6h 32m 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 32m
Duration
315 mi
Distance
£161
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 6:27 PM which arrives into Retford at 6:24 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited12h 57m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, October 15, 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, October 16, 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, October 17, 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, October 18, 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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Departing Monday, October 19, 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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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 32m

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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