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Outbound fromRetford to Penzance by train
It takes an average of 9h 56m to travel from Retford to Penzance by train, over a distance of around 295 miles (475 km). There are normally 7 trains per day travelling from Retford to Penzance and tickets for this journey start from £47.80 when you book in advance.
Travelling from Retford to Penzance by train
Looking to travel from Retford to Penzance by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 9 hours 56 minutes to travel from Retford to Penzance by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 7 hours 28 minutes though. You'll usually find 7 trains per day running along the 295 miles (475 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Penzance, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway or CrossCountry to get to Penzance. 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 Retford to Penzance 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, as advance tickets start from £47.80.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
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Cheap train tickets from Retford to Penzance
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Retford to Penzance is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.