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Outbound fromRetford to Stonehaven by train
| First train | 06:56 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:16 | |
| Departure station | Retford | |
| Arrival station | Stonehaven | |
| Journey time | From 5h 33m | |
| Distance | 257 miles (414 km) | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £51.60 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Hull Trains, ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway |
How to travel from Retford to Stonehaven by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Retford to Stonehaven? Look no further.
You'll usually find 0 trains per day running between Retford and Stonehaven, which usually take 8 hours 8 minutes to complete the 257 miles (414 km) journey. It can take as little as 5 hours 33 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Stonehaven by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail or CrossCountry are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Retford to Stonehaven start from £51.60 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Stonehaven? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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Consider a Season Ticket
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