The average train between Salford and Retford takes 2h 5m and the fastest train takes 1h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Salford 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.
Trains run hourly between Salford and Retford. The earliest departure is at 6:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Salford is at 11:55 PM which arrives into Retford at 6:24 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 37m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Salford 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.
No, there is no direct train from Salford to Retford. However, there are services departing from Salford station and arriving at Retford station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.
Salford to Retford train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Salford to Retford train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Retford station.
Book your Salford to Retford train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Salford and Retford is 91.2 km. The road distance is 105 km.
You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Retford via Sheffield in around 2h 11m.