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Retford to Gainsborough train prices and times

Looking to travel from Retford to Gainsborough? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as NZD 16.38, with average prices for this route around NZD 16.38.

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
18:19 14m, Direct Retford	18:33 Gainsborough Lea Road	Find Tickets
19:24 14m, Direct Retford	19:38 Gainsborough Lea Road	Find Tickets
20:20 14m, Direct Retford	20:34 Gainsborough Lea Road	Find Tickets
21:33 14m, Direct Retford	21:47 Paris	Find Tickets

Retford to Gainsborough train route details

First train

06:26

Last train

21:33

Departure station

Retford

Arrival station

Gainsborough

Journey time

13m

Distance

15 km

Price

NZD 16.38*

Train Operators

Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Retford to Gainsborough

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 Gainsborough. 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

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Retford to Gainsborough for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more 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 Retford to Gainsborough, 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%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Retford to Gainsborough ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

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 Retford to Gainsborough more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Retford to Gainsborough 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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Trains from Retford to Gainsborough from NZD 16.38

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Retford to Gainsborough train prices and times

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