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James Cook University Hospital to Retford by train
| First train | 12:25 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 16:23 | |
| Departure station | James Cook University Hospital | |
| Arrival station | Retford | |
| Journey time | From 2h 13m | |
| Distance | 86 miles (139 km) | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | TransPennine Express, Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway |
Travelling from James Cook University Hospital to Retford by train
Looking to travel from James Cook University Hospital to Retford by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 2 hours 50 minutes to travel from James Cook University Hospital to Retford by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 13 minutes though. You'll usually find 0 trains per day running along the 86 miles (139 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Retford, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express or Hull Trains to get to Retford. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from James Cook University Hospital to Retford in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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Journey details
Want to know more about your journey from James Cook University Hospital to Retford? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
What's the fastest journey time between James Cook University Hospital and Retford by train?
The fastest journey time by train from James Cook University Hospital to Retford is 2 hours and 13 minutes.
Is there a direct train from James Cook University Hospital to Retford?
No, there are no direct train services from James Cook University Hospital to Retford. Travelling from James Cook University Hospital to Retford by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.
What time does the first train from James Cook University Hospital to Retford leave?
The first train from James Cook University Hospital to Retford leaves at 12:25. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
What time does the last train from James Cook University Hospital to Retford leave?
The last train from James Cook University Hospital to Retford leaves at 16:23. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
What's the distance between James Cook University Hospital and Retford by train?
Trains travelling from James Cook University Hospital to Retford cover a distance of around 86 miles (139 km) during the journey.
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