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Farnborough Main to Retford train prices and times

Looking to travel from Farnborough Main to Retford? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as €25.79, with average prices for this route around €38.39.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
11:28 3h 20m, No direct Farnborough Main	14:48 Retford	Find Tickets
11:46 3h 25m, No direct Farnborough Main	15:11 Retford	Find Tickets
13:33 3h 10m, No direct Farnborough Main	16:43 Retford	Find Tickets
13:46 3h 25m, No direct Farnborough Main	17:11 Retford	Find Tickets
14:46 3h 17m, No direct Farnborough Main	18:03 Retford	Find Tickets
15:46 3h 42m, No direct Farnborough Main	19:28 Paris	Find Tickets

Farnborough Main to Retford train route details

First train

05:16

Last train

23:30

Departure station

Farnborough Main

Arrival station

Retford

Journey time

2h 55m

Distance

225 km

Price

€25.79*

Train Operators

Great Western Railway, Southern, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from Farnborough Main to Retford

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Farnborough Main to Retford. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Farnborough Main to Retford, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Farnborough Main to Retford more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Farnborough Main to Retford train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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