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London King's Cross to Retford trains
Travel from England's capital in comfort
Relax as the scenery of the English countryside flashes by while you travel from London to Retford.
With LNER, not only will you arrive feeling ready for the day ahead thanks to our comfy seats and range of refreshments, but you'll also have that little bit extra spending money left in your pocket.
Average travel time
1h 38m
Distance
128 miles
Today's train times
Upcoming direct journeys for London King's Cross to Retford trains
Get a little extra with your journey
Not only will you never pay a booking fee when you book your ticket with LNER, you can also sign up for LNER Perks.
When you sign up for Perks, you'll get:
Get £5 free to spend on your next journey
2% back on all LNER journeys
Download the LNER app or find out more about LNER Perks and sign up today.
Book your London to Retford train in advance
Book in advanceBuying your London to Retford train tickets at least four weeks in advance ahead of your travel date can save you up to 47%* on on-the-day train ticket prices.
Buy a Standard Advance ticket through the LNER website and app at least four weeks before you travel, and you'll save up to 47%* compared to buying any Standard ticket on the day of travel.
Save 1/3 on your train from London to Retford with a Railcard
RailcardsA Railcard is a discount card that allows you to save money on train travel throughout Great Britain, which often offers 1/3 off the cost of your train tickets on most routes.
Use our Deal Finder for the cheapest trains from London to Retford
Get the LNER AppAccess the best train fares on London to Retford trains easily with the LNER app. Use Deal Finder to find the lowest prices on train tickets by simply entering your travel details. It's your shortcut to easier and more affordable travel!
Book your London to Retford train in advance
Book in advanceBuying your London to Retford train tickets at least four weeks in advance ahead of your travel date can save you up to 47%* on on-the-day train ticket prices.
Buy a Standard Advance ticket through the LNER website and app at least four weeks before you travel, and you'll save up to 47%* compared to buying any Standard ticket on the day of travel.
Save 1/3 on your train from London to Retford with a Railcard
RailcardsA Railcard is a discount card that allows you to save money on train travel throughout Great Britain, which often offers 1/3 off the cost of your train tickets on most routes.
Use our Deal Finder for the cheapest trains from London to Retford
Get the LNER AppAccess the best train fares on London to Retford trains easily with the LNER app. Use Deal Finder to find the lowest prices on train tickets by simply entering your travel details. It's your shortcut to easier and more affordable travel!
* Saving average based on all Standard Advance tickets bought on the LNER website and App at least four weeks before you travel vs buying any Standard ticket on the day you travel.
Take the train to Retford from London with LNER
Taking the London to Retford high-speed train is quick and easy with LNER.
Covering a distance of 128 miles, our trains from London to Retford take just 1h 38m.
Once on-board, you'll be able to order food directly to your seat , browse the internet with free Wi-Fi, and charge your phone with a plug at every table.
And for a more luxurious London to Retford train journey, travel First Class – with wider seats, complimentary food and drinks, and use of our First Class lounge at London King's Cross .
Related FAQs
Are there direct trains between London King's Cross and Retford?
Are there direct trains between London King's Cross and Retford?
Yes, there are direct LNER trains from London King's Cross to Retford with a journey that usually takes just over 1h 38m.
During the week, there are approximately 4 direct LNER trains per day between 05:55 and 21:33.
Which rail lines go through Retford?
Which rail lines go through Retford?
The main trains via Retford station are LNER, Northern Trains, and Hull trains.
Can you buy a Season Ticket between London King's Cross and Retford?
Can you buy a Season Ticket between London King's Cross and Retford?
From seven days to twelve months, we offer a lot of Season Ticket options for the traveller going from London King's Cross to Retford
Do you offer a student discount on train tickets?
Do you offer a student discount on train tickets?
We don't offer a student discount however, you can purchase a 16-25 Railcard and save 1/3 on train tickets.
How can I apply for compensation if my train is delayed or cancelled?
How can I apply for compensation if my train is delayed or cancelled?
Cancelled train
In the rare event that your train is cancelled, we offer full refunds (assuming you don't take an alternative train). Be sure to apply for the refund within 28 days of the cancelled journey date.
If you meet these conditions, follow these steps for your refund:
- Swipe down the page and click on ‘Amend journey’ or ‘Request a refund’
- Notify us of the reason for the refund request by pressing 'My train was cancelled' and then ‘Continue’
- Enter your details and submit your request
Already collected your tickets or had them posted to you?
If you’ve already received your printed tickets, you'll need to fill in our Change of Plans form and follow the instructions included.
Was your train delayed by at least 30 minutes?
On our Delay Repay page, you can learn about compensation if your train is delayed. For future LNER journeys, book through our website or app, then choose One-Click Delay Repay to ensure claiming for a delayed journey is as easy as possible.
