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The average train between Retford and Chester takes 4h 5m and the fastest train takes 2h 47m. There is a train service every few hours from Retford to Chester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 5m
Duration
105 mi
Distance
£45
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Crewe

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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 Crewetrain train
3h 6m
£33–67

Retford to Chester train times

Trains run hourly between Retford and Chester. 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 Chester at 8:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 4h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedEast Midlands RailwaysTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 40m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 52m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales8h 48m • 3 changes

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    Arrives next day

    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales8h 14m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 48m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast3h 14m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast3h 6m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast3h 6m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 48m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast3h 14m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast3h 6m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast3h 6m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 48m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast3h 14m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast3h 6m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast3h 6m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Retford to Chester? 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.

Map of how to get from Retford to Chester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 105.3 mi
  • Duration: 4h 5m

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

You can take a train from Retford to Chester via Sheffield, Stockport, and Crewe in around 3h 6m.

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