The average train between Retford and Lytham St Annes takes 4h 34m and the fastest train takes 3h 34m. There is a train service every few hours from Retford to Lytham St Annes. 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 hourly between Retford and Lytham St Annes. 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 Lytham St Annes at 7:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 4h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Retford to Lytham St Annes? 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 Lytham St Annes. However, there are services departing from Retford station and arriving at Lytham St Annes station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.
Retford to Lytham St Annes train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Retford station.
Retford to Lytham St Annes train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Retford to Lytham St Annes train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, East Midlands Railways and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Retford and Lytham St Annes is 143.6 km. The road distance is 179 km.
You can take a train from Retford to Ansdell & Fairhaven via Sheffield, Manchester Piccadilly, and Preston in around 4h 5m.