The average train between Retford and Arnhem takes 11h 32m and the fastest train takes 6h 54m. The train service runs several times per day from Retford to Arnhem. 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 every 4 hours between Retford and Arnhem. The earliest departure is at 7:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Retford is at 10:01 PM which arrives into Arnhem at 1:45 PM. All services require a transfer at London Kings Cross and take an average of 11h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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14h 25m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Retford to Arnhem? 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 Retford to Arnhem. However, there are services departing from Retford station and arriving at Arnhem station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 32m.
Retford to Arnhem train services, operated by Hull Trains, depart from Retford station.
Retford to Arnhem train services, operated by Hull Trains, arrive at Arnhem Centraal station.
Book your Retford to Arnhem train tickets online with Hull Trains, Eurostar and 2 other operators.
The distance between Retford and Arnhem is 485.6 km. The road distance is 884 km.
You can take a train from Retford to Arnhem Centraal via London Kings Cross, London St Pancras Intl, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, and Schiphol Airport Train Station in around 7h 50m.