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London Waterloo to Retford Train prices and times
Looking to travel from London Waterloo to Retford? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as 16,00 GBP, with average prices for this route around 21,60 GBP.
To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
05:32 London Waterloo | 07:55 Retford |  | Find Tickets |
06:23 London Waterloo | 08:45 Retford | | Find Tickets |
06:44 London Waterloo | 08:51 Retford |  | Find Tickets |
08:28 London Waterloo | 10:46 Retford | | Find Tickets |
09:10 London Waterloo | 11:10 Retford | | Find Tickets |
10:28 London Waterloo | 12:45 Paris | | Find Tickets |
London Waterloo to Retford Train Route Details
First train
05:32
Last train
23:05
Journey time
2 tuntia
Distance
210 km
Price
16,00 GBP*
How to book cheap train tickets from London Waterloo to Retford
Season Tickets for frequent travel
Are you frequently traveling between London Waterloo and Retford on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis? Season Tickets provide unlimited travel during specific times, allowing you to freely hop on and off trains between two stations without worrying about individual ticket bookings, and offering significant savings in the process.
Network Railcard for South East England
By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.
Traveling in off-peak train times
Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from London Waterloo to Retford. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard
Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split Tickets for greater savings
Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from London Waterloo to Retford, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from London Waterloo to Retford ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3
If you are traveling 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 traveling from London Waterloo to Retford more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
London Waterloo to Retford train ticket types
There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:
Off-peak & Super Off-peak train tickets
Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.