The average train between Torquay and Retford takes 5h 42m and the fastest train takes 4h 50m. The train service runs several times per day from Torquay 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 every 2 hours between Torquay and Retford. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Torquay is at 10:40 PM which arrives into Retford at 7:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Newton Abbot and take an average of 5h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 54m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Torquay 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 Torquay to Retford. However, there are services departing from Newton Abbot station and arriving at Retford station via London Paddington station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.
Torquay to Retford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Newton Abbot station.
Torquay to Retford train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Retford station.
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The distance between Torquay and Retford is 364 km. The road distance is 421 km.
You can take a train from Paignton to Retford via Newton Abbot, London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 5h 44m.