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Retford to Darwen Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Retford to Darwen? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as 1 085 579 IDR, with average prices for this route around 1 085 579 IDR. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
12:50 3 tuntia 5 minuuttia, Changes required Retford	15:55 Darwen	Find Tickets
12:50 3 tuntia 6 minuuttia, Changes required Retford	15:56 Darwen	Find Tickets
13:11 3 tuntia 15 minuuttia, Changes required Retford	16:26 Darwen	Find Tickets
14:04 3 tuntia 22 minuuttia, Changes required Retford	17:26 Darwen	Find Tickets
14:50 3 tuntia 5 minuuttia, Changes required Retford	17:55 Darwen	Find Tickets
14:50 3 tuntia 7 minuuttia, Changes required Retford	17:57 Paris	Find Tickets

Retford to Darwen Train Route Details

First train

06:13

Last train

23:20

Departure station

Retford

Arrival station

Darwen

Journey time

2 tuntia 50 minuuttia

Distance

109 km

Price

1 085 579 IDR*

Train operators

Northern, LNER, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Retford to Darwen

Traveling 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 Darwen. 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

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Retford to Darwen 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 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 Retford to Darwen, 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%

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!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Retford to Darwen 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:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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Retford to Darwen Train prices and times

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