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Retford to Buxton trains

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The average train between Retford and Buxton takes 3h 37m and the fastest train takes 2h 34m. There is a train service every few hours from Retford to Buxton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 37m
Duration
78 mi
Distance
£33
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Retford to Sheffieldtrain train
  2. Take the train from Sheffield to Stockporttrain train
  3. Take the train from Stockport to Buxtontrain train
3h 7m
£24–50

Retford to Buxton train times

Trains run hourly between Retford and Buxton. The earliest departure is at 7:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Retford is at 11:20 PM which arrives into Buxton at 7:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 3h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 53m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 53m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 53m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited2h 42m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 34m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 53m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 53m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 53m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 34m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 53m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 53m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 53m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 34m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Retford to Buxton? 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: 78.2 mi
  • Duration: 3h 37m

What companies run services between Retford, England and Buxton, Derbyshire, England?

You can take a train from Retford to Buxton via Sheffield and Stockport in around 3h 7m.

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