Luton Airport Parkway to Retford by train
| First train | 05:43 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:46 | |
| Departure station | Luton Airport Parkway | |
| Arrival station | Retford | |
| Journey time | From 3h 4m | |
| Distance | 102 miles (165 km) | |
| Frequency | 5 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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Taking the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Retford in 3 hours 4 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Retford? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 27 minutes to travel the 102 miles (165 km) from Luton Airport Parkway to Retford by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 4 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 5 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with East Midlands Railway for all or at least part of your journey to Retford.
Book train tickets from Luton Airport Parkway to Retford in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Retford by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Luton Airport Parkway to Retford
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