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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Retford to Birmingham, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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Retford to Birmingham train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Retford to Birmingham, starting from BHD 36.350 and averaging BHD 37.800. The entire journey takes no more than 2h. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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06:13
2h 15m, No direct
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2h 11m, No direct
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09:07
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10:04
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09:01
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Retford to Birmingham train route details

First train
First train
06:13
Last train
Last train
23:20
Departure station
Departure station
Retford
Arrival station
Arrival station
Birmingham
Journey time
Journey time
2h
Distance
Distance
113 km
Price
Price
BHD 36.350*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, Northern, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Retford to Birmingham

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Retford to Birmingham. 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

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 for greater savings

Split Tickets for greater savings

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 Retford to Birmingham, 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%

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

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Retford to Birmingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Retford to Birmingham 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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