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Canterbury West to Retford Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Canterbury West to Retford? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as QAR 140.31, with average prices for this route around QAR 205.83.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
05:24 Canterbury West	08:45 Retford	3h 21m, Changes required	Find Tickets
07:23 Canterbury West	10:48 Retford	3h 25m, Changes required	Find Tickets
08:23 Canterbury West	11:10 Retford	2h 47m, Changes required	Find Tickets
09:23 Canterbury West	12:45 Retford	3h 22m, Changes required	Find Tickets
10:23 Canterbury West	13:10 Retford	2h 47m, Changes required	Find Tickets
11:23 Canterbury West	14:41 Paris	3h 18m, Changes required	Find Tickets View More Trains

Canterbury West to Retford Train Route Details

First train

05:24

Last train

22:24

Departure station

Canterbury West

Arrival station

Retford

Journey time

2h 47m

Distance

265 km

Price

QAR 140.31*

Train operators

Southeastern, Thameslink, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from Canterbury West to Retford

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Canterbury West to Retford can result in significant cost savings.

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 Canterbury West to Retford, 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 Canterbury West to Retford 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 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.

Canterbury West to Retford 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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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.

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