Trains from York to Retford

York to Retford train information

Which operators can I use?

The journey from York, situated in England and Retford, which is in England is well served by trains. Use our travel search engine to search for your ticket and see the rail company for this journey.

How far is it by train?

The duration to travel to Retford from York can change depending if the train is direct or with changes. There are 44 miles between both cities.

What is the price of the train?

Prices will vary depending on the day and hour of travel and how far in advance you purchase your ticket.

Best prices for York to Retford train tickets

York - Retford prices calendar

Find the cheapest tickets to travel from York to Retford by train, bus, ride sharing and plane.

Best prices for York to Retford trains

We compare train ticket for all major companies to travel between York and Retford by train and find the best prices for the coming days. Take a look at the prices of train tickets Retford to York and find the best deal for your outbound journey.

Discount York - Retford train tickets

The best way to pay less on your York Retford train ticket must be to have a railcard. While regional railcards exist in some areas, National railcards enable you to make savings on most rail fares across the United Kingdom. Everyone is eligible to at least one of the railcard, even non-UK residents. National railcards available: 16-25 discount card, Senior railcard, Two together discount card, Family and Friends railcard and Disabled persons discount card.

How much can I save with a railcard?

When getting a railcard, the idea is to make savings after several journeys. But is it really relevant when travelling from York to Retford? Grab your calculator, considering:

A = the cost of the railcard (i.e.: £30)

B = average discount offered by the railcard (i.e.: 34%)

C = average fare for a York Retford ticket (i.e.: £50.00)(1)

Start by dividing A by B: this will give you the budget from which the card will be worthwile. Then divide that number by C. You will see the average number of journeys needed per year to be profitable.

In our example, A/B = £30/34% = £88.00. Then, 88/£50.00 = 1.76. Your railcard will be worth the investment after on average 2 trips from York to Retford (one way trip).

What is the cost of a railcard?

All railcards cost £30 except the Disabled persons railcard for which you will pay £20. Railcards give you 34% off most adult fares, hence you will save 1/3 on most train tickets.

⁽¹⁾Average prices observed over the last 6 months for one way journey