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Retford to Doncaster Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Retford to Doncaster, starting from €8.15 and averaging €8.15. The entire journey takes no more than 13m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
11:11 14m, Direct Retford	11:25 Doncaster	Find Tickets
11:21 1h 20m, Changes required Retford	12:41 Doncaster	Find Tickets
12:50 13m, Direct Retford	13:03 Doncaster	Find Tickets
13:11 14m, Direct Retford	13:25 Doncaster	Find Tickets
13:16 1h 26m, Changes required Retford	14:42 Doncaster	Find Tickets
14:50 14m, Direct Retford	15:04 Paris	Find Tickets

Retford to Doncaster Train Route Details

First train

07:35

Last train

23:16

Departure station

Retford

Arrival station

Doncaster

Journey time

13m

Distance

27 km

Price

€8.15*

Train operators

Northern, East Midlands Railway, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from Retford to Doncaster

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 Doncaster. 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

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 travelers. 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 Retford to Doncaster, 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 Doncaster ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

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

Retford to Doncaster train ticket types

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

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Retford to Doncaster Train prices and times

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